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L827 SNO

1993 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

137,483 mi
Last recorded137,483 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 Mazda MX-5111,855 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL827 SNO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 137,483 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 137,367 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 136,903 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 135,075 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 134,898 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 133,860 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 133,439 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 131,278 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 129,706 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 128,611 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 127,588 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 125,932 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 122,892 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 119,377 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 116,885 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 112,995 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 110,986 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 110,946 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jan 2008 106,037 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 102,058 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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L827 SNO is a 1993 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 L827 SNO, 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 L827 SNO?

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What year was L827 SNO registered?

L827 SNO is a 1993 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 1993.

Is L827 SNO safe to buy?

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