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L421 PTV

1993 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

222,652 mi
Last recorded222,652 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Mazda MX-5111,855 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL421 PTV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 222,652 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2025 222,035 miles

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

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

Fail 23 May 2025 222,026 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 May 2024 220,740 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2023 219,834 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2022 218,122 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2021 216,771 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear parking brake efficiency low

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

Pass 27 May 2020 214,754 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 212,446 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 206,481 miles

Full inspection of under body components not possible, underseal covered

Pass 25 May 2017 199,760 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 192,289 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 184,828 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 184,828 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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L421 PTV is a 1993 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 L421 PTV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L421 PTV?

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What year was L421 PTV registered?

L421 PTV is a 1993 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L421 PTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L421 PTV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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