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J383 LPX

1992 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

199,329 mi
Last recorded199,329 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ383 LPX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 199,329 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 May 2023 199,327 miles

Emissions unable to be completed readings to high (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 194,625 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 192,717 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs corroded/worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2020 192,692 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 182,227 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 172,422 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 172,404 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2017 156,612 miles

Nearside and offside front suspension upper ball joints have damaged gaiters but not enough to allow the ingress of dirt.

Pass 4 Mar 2016 136,749 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 123,818 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 123,818 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 115,117 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Feb 2013 112,030 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 110,276 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 108,434 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 108,434 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 106,528 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Feb 2009 102,278 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 98,611 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Suspension Ball Joint Rubber Bellows Perished

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2007 88,217 miles

Slight Bind Offside & Nearside Front Service Brake

Pass 4 Feb 2006 79,192 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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J383 LPX is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1992 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 116,364 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J383 LPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J383 LPX registered?

J383 LPX is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J383 LPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J383 LPX shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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