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M129 LYL

1994 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

122,643 mi
Last recorded122,643 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 1994 Mazda MX-5104,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM129 LYL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 122,643 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2023 122,636 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2017 119,320 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 115,678 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 113,506 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 111,553 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 110,556 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 109,860 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside and nearside rear inner sills slightly corroded

Fail 29 Mar 2012 109,860 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside and nearside rear inner sills slightly corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2011 108,623 miles

screenwash tank insecure

Fail 8 Apr 2011 108,623 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

screenwash tank insecure

Pass 8 Apr 2010 107,759 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 107,759 miles

coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 107,332 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 101,657 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 97,177 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 91,947 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 25 Apr 2006 91,947 miles

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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M129 LYL is a 1994 Mazda MX-5 in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 M129 LYL, 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 M129 LYL registered?

M129 LYL is a 1994 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 August 1994.

Is M129 LYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M129 LYL shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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