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L702 MCF

1995 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

166,423 mi
Last recorded166,423 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2014
Typical for 1995 Mazda MX-590,940 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL702 MCF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2014 166,423 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Dec 2013 165,915 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Worn

Offside Rear Shock Absorber Worn

Pass 29 Sep 2012 152,345 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 146,750 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 137,861 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 131,320 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)

general under body corrosion....

long hand brake lever travel.....

n/s & o/s mirror glasses damaged , advise replacements.....

rear brake discs corroding....

Pass 25 Sep 2009 131,320 miles

long hand brake lever travel.....

general under body corrosion....

n/s & o/s mirror glasses damaged , advise replacements.....

rear brake discs corroding....

Pass 7 Jun 2008 119,786 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 100,884 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 100,839 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 90,749 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 90,749 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight play in offside of steering rack

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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L702 MCF is a 1995 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 90,940 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L702 MCF, 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 31 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 L702 MCF registered?

L702 MCF is a 1995 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is L702 MCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L702 MCF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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