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L990 EPD

1994 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

98,741 mi
Last recorded98,741 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Mazda MX-5104,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL990 EPD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 98,741 miles

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both fronts (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 90,751 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2024 90,749 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 90,620 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 87,641 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 86,414 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 85,192 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 83,690 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 82,157 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 80,279 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 76,701 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 73,496 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 69,172 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 65,471 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 58,652 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 53,472 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 50,194 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 46,275 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 42,220 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 40,115 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 36,847 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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L990 EPD is a 1994 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 L990 EPD, 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

How do I check the history of L990 EPD?

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What year was L990 EPD registered?

L990 EPD is a 1994 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 1994.

Is L990 EPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L990 EPD shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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