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L828 XHW

1994 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

243,978 mi
Last recorded243,978 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Mazda MX-5104,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL828 XHW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 243,978 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

front and rear suspension components corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2025 228,616 miles

front and rear suspension components corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2024 226,593 miles

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

general age related surface corrosion to suspension componants

Pass 1 Jun 2023 225,812 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 225,760 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

battery loose in carrier

Pass 14 Jun 2021 224,757 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 224,078 miles

corrosion rear outer sill/arch both sides

tail box exhaust deteriated

Pass 24 Jun 2019 222,833 miles

corrosion rear lower wheel arch into false sill

Pass 28 Jun 2018 220,037 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2018 220,037 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 87,436 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 87,424 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 86,564 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 14 Jul 2015 86,564 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 12 Jul 2013 85,697 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 85,697 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 84,729 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 84,724 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2010 76,877 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 76,877 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 68,380 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 68,380 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 61,286 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 54,331 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Oct 2006 54,331 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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L828 XHW is a 1994 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 L828 XHW, 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

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What year was L828 XHW registered?

L828 XHW is a 1994 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L828 XHW safe to buy?

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