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LP18 RWX

2018 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

43,082 mi
Last recorded43,082 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2018 Mazda MX-520,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP18 RWX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 43,082 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2025 43,081 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded & pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front brake pads 87% worn.

Pass 10 Jul 2024 35,988 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 30,428 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Jul 2023 30,428 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 19,192 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 14,360 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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LP18 RWX is a 2018 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 20,192 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LP18 RWX, 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 8 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LP18 RWX?

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What year was LP18 RWX registered?

LP18 RWX is a 2018 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 June 2018.

Is LP18 RWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP18 RWX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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