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L938 THC

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

205,977 mi
Last recorded205,977 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2012
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL938 THC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2012 205,977 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

rear disc corroded.

Fail 1 Jun 2012 205,977 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

rear disc corroded.

Pass 18 Apr 2011 194,812 miles

baffles loose in rear silencer

both rear outer sills slightly rusty

Pass 28 Apr 2010 186,355 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 179,699 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 9 May 2008 167,070 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both rear tyres perishing

n/s and o/s/f tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

n/s and o/s/r tyres wearing on inner edges

non cat test applied as exact match not found

Fail 8 May 2008 167,070 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both rear tyres perishing

n/s and o/s/f tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

n/s and o/s/r tyres wearing on inner edges

non cat test applied as exact match not found

Pass 24 Apr 2007 159,870 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 153,417 miles

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

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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L938 THC is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 82,499 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 L938 THC, 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 27 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L938 THC registered?

L938 THC is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 May 1999.

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The MOT history for L938 THC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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