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LT18 SSX

2018 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,919 mi
Last recorded30,919 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda MX-520,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT18 SSX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 30,919 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2025 27,735 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs are starting to pit inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted, unable to see some parts

Pass 27 Jun 2024 24,149 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 21,371 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Still clearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 27 Jun 2023 21,370 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Still clearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 17,539 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 13,404 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides - 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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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LT18 SSX is a 2018 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LT18 SSX, 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.

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What year was LT18 SSX registered?

LT18 SSX is a 2018 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 March 2018.

Is LT18 SSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT18 SSX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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