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L239 AVL

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,066 mi
Last recorded40,066 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL239 AVL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2025 40,066 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 39,889 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 39,636 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 39,337 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 39,059 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 39,029 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 38,980 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 38,908 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 38,840 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 38,674 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 38,056 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 38,309 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 38,309 miles

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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L239 AVL is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 82,499 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 L239 AVL, 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 27 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L239 AVL?

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What year was L239 AVL registered?

L239 AVL is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 October 1999.

Is L239 AVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L239 AVL shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L239 AVL have outstanding finance?

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