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L797 NMJ

1993 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1993 Mazda MX-5111,855 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL797 NMJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026
Fail 9 Jan 2026

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2023
Pass 6 Jul 2022
Pass 28 Jun 2021
Pass 23 Jun 2020
Fail 23 Jun 2020

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2018
Pass 10 Feb 2017 126,297 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 122,218 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 119,616 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 116,039 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 115,619 miles

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

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 113,570 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 104,922 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 100,802 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 100,802 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 88,782 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 88,667 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all suspension components rusty

both rear tyres cracked

Pass 27 Apr 2007 88,643 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 88,643 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f tyre cracked will require replacement shortly.

o/s/r tyre cracked will require replacement shortly.

Pass 30 Aug 2006 87,342 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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L797 NMJ is a 1993 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 L797 NMJ, 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.

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What year was L797 NMJ registered?

L797 NMJ is a 1993 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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