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L415 OHJ

1994 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

62,160 mi
Last recorded62,160 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2024
Typical for 1994 Mazda MX-5104,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL415 OHJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2024 62,160 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2024 62,160 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 49,361 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 37,863 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2022 37,855 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2021 37,748 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 37,442 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2018 37,362 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

rear brake pads have been hot not binding at time of test.

Fail 21 May 2018 37,354 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

rear brake pads have been hot not binding at time of test.

Pass 10 May 2017 37,225 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 37,138 miles

o/s/r inner sill slightly corroded not to x/s at time of test.

o/s/r outer sill slightly corroded not to x/s at time of test.

Pass 27 May 2015 37,029 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 36,786 miles

n/s/r brake disc corroded not to x/s at time of test.

o/s/r inner sill corroded not to x/s at time of test.

Pass 15 May 2013 36,453 miles

rear brake discs slightly corroded not to x/s at time of test.

Pass 25 May 2012 36,198 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 36,198 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Pass 23 May 2011 35,513 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

O/s/r lower wing starting to corrode

Pass 25 May 2010 34,989 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 34,362 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 33,491 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 May 2007 32,004 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 30,042 miles

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

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

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

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

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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L415 OHJ is a 1994 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1994 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 104,077 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 L415 OHJ, 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 32 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L415 OHJ registered?

L415 OHJ is a 1994 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L415 OHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L415 OHJ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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