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N121 LDX

1996 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

47,018 mi
Last recorded47,018 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-586,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN121 LDX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 47,018 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 46,707 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2025 46,707 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 46,650 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 46,391 miles

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2022 46,391 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid only works effectively occasionally (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 46,197 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 45,848 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 45,661 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 44,981 miles

nearside outer sill weak in places

offside outer sill weak in places

Pass 1 Aug 2017 43,781 miles

both rear outer sills are weak in places

Pass 3 Aug 2016 43,202 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 42,285 miles

both rear outter sills have signs of corrision

nearside front tyre has signs of perishing

Pass 11 Aug 2014 41,801 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 41,461 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 40,557 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 39,710 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 38,309 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 37,516 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 36,305 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 34,312 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 32,641 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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N121 LDX is a 1996 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1996 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 86,097 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 N121 LDX, 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 30 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 N121 LDX?

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What year was N121 LDX registered?

N121 LDX is a 1996 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 March 1996.

Is N121 LDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N121 LDX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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