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L527 KVU

1994 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,983 mi
Last recorded91,983 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 1994 Mazda MX-5104,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL527 KVU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 91,983 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2026 91,983 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 85,745 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 84,371 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 84,343 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 84,295 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 82,614 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 82,344 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 80,305 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 77,700 miles

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 77,700 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 70,397 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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L527 KVU is a 1994 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L527 KVU, 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

How do I check the history of L527 KVU?

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What year was L527 KVU registered?

L527 KVU is a 1994 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L527 KVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L527 KVU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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