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L284 AVL

1993 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

137,023 mi
Last recorded137,023 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1993 Mazda MX-5111,855 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL284 AVL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 137,023 miles

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

Vehicle undersealed

Pass 17 May 2023 136,862 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 136,516 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 136,364 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 136,285 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 135,379 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 133,406 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 133,406 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 130,948 miles

both front shock absorber dust covers split

Pass 11 Apr 2011 127,474 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 17 Mar 2010 123,167 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 123,167 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 120,813 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 118,506 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2007 116,599 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 112,204 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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L284 AVL is a 1993 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1993 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 111,855 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 L284 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 33 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 L284 AVL registered?

L284 AVL is a 1993 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L284 AVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L284 AVL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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