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L386 NMJ

1993 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

73,306 mi
Last recorded73,306 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1993 Mazda MX-5111,855 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL386 NMJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 73,306 miles

Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inc front Anti-Roll Bar mounting points. Chassis Rails, front crossmember. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under body Chassis Rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 68,337 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 68,337 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 82,006 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 82,003 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Mar 2016 80,322 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 78,939 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 78,939 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2014 72,702 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 65,551 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 63,912 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 62,969 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 61,937 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 60,597 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 58,371 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 55,064 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 52,259 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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L386 NMJ is a 1993 Mazda MX-5 in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 L386 NMJ, 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 L386 NMJ registered?

L386 NMJ is a 1993 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L386 NMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L386 NMJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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