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L555 SMX

1993 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,788 mi
Last recorded30,788 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 1993 Mazda MX-5111,855 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL555 SMX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 30,788 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 28,614 miles

General corrosion to suspension components

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 27,909 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 27,879 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 27,016 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 27,015 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 25,254 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 23,697 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 23,237 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 23,227 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 22,750 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 21,847 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 21,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 21,632 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 21,441 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/r slight brake bind

Pass 1 May 2013 21,255 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 21,255 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 21,146 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 21,075 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 20,538 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 19,875 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 19,072 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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L555 SMX is a 1993 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 L555 SMX, 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

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What year was L555 SMX registered?

L555 SMX is a 1993 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L555 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L555 SMX 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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