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P47 LMA

1996 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,546 mi
Last recorded99,546 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-586,097 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP47 LMA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 99,546 miles

Nearside Rear evidence of binding,not on test

Fail 5 Sep 2025 99,546 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear evidence of binding,not on test

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 95,476 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 91,616 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 87,974 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 87,974 miles

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2016 86,701 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 84,618 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 80,693 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 77,760 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 74,856 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 70,635 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 69,109 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 67,407 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 66,249 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 62,568 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 53,528 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2005 43,598 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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P47 LMA is a 1996 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P47 LMA, 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

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What year was P47 LMA registered?

P47 LMA is a 1996 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 October 1996.

Is P47 LMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P47 LMA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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