£655
1994 MAZDA MX-5 MK1
United Kingdom • 29 Jan 2026 • Lot 2
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a project-condition 1998 Mazda MX-5 Mk1, imported to the UK and with 4 previous owners. It presents with body corrosion and mechanical issues, but comes with a comprehensive history file and service record, making it a worthwhile project for an enthusiast.
Condition
3
The car is described as a 'project example' with 'evident corrosion' and the expectation of 'further cosmetic and mechanical work'. It has been laid up for six months and requires 'substantial reconditioning'.
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Automatic
Transmission:
[Chassis No]
Chassis No:
Odometer:
109,000 miles
L556EWP
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
In Brief:
Project example of a rare automatic Mk1 MX-5
Finished in Red with a Black soft top over cloth interior
Owned by The Vendor for the last 3 years
Imported into the UK in 1998 - 4 owners since arrival
Comes with comprehensive history file and stamped service record
Auctioneer's Notes:
This is a project example of the much-loved Mk1 Mazda MX-5, offering a basis for restoration.
Finished in Red with a Black soft top and cloth interior, this NA-generation roadster has been with The Vendor for the past three years and has spent the last six months laid up on the drive.
Evident corrosion is visible around the body, and some mechanical recommissioning may also be required before returning to the road.
Maintenance & Condition:
The car presents as a project, with body corrosion and the expectation of further cosmetic and mechanical work.
The odometer reads 175,507 km (approximately 109,000 miles).
While currently off the road, it has previously been maintained throughout...
Points of note
£500
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£9,019
Median Price (Since 2020)
£37,980
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Nov 05 2025
Latest MOT Mileage
170,161 kilometers
Registration Date
1994-12-31
MOT History
Passed
On Oct 18 2024 with 170,161 kilometers
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Failed
On Oct 18 2024 with 170,161 kilometers
There were 3 defects noted.
Major:
- Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On Nov 06 2023 with 158,912 kilometers
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Failed
On Nov 02 2023 with 158,912 kilometers
There were 6 defects noted.
Major:
- Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
- Central Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
- Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On Oct 20 2022 with 146,854 kilometers
Passed
On Sep 24 2021 with 140,964 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Minor:
- Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Advisory:
- Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- park brake force, only 17%.
Failed
On Sep 15 2021 with 140,896 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill, and inner wing. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Minor:
- Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Advisory:
- Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- park brake force, only 17%.
Passed
On Sep 29 2020 with 139,603 kilometers
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- wipers smearing
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both end sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
Failed
On Sep 23 2020 with 139,511 kilometers
There were 6 defects noted.
Major:
- Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Advisory:
- wipers smearing
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both end sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
Passed
On Mar 25 2019 with 136,744 kilometers
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside wiper slightly smeary
- Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill end (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed
On Apr 13 2018 with 132,608 kilometers
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside washer jet partially blocked
- Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
- Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Failed
On Apr 03 2018 with 132,556 kilometers
There were 7 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
Advisory:
- Offside washer jet partially blocked
- Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
- Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
- parking brake only just met requirements (17%)
Passed
On Apr 05 2017 with 128,203 kilometers
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Outer sill slightly corroded
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Apr 06 2016 with 125,419 kilometers
Failed
On Apr 06 2016 with 125,419 kilometers
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)
Passed
On Apr 08 2015 with 119,926 kilometers
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Failed
On Apr 08 2015 with 119,926 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Advisory:
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Failed
On Apr 08 2014 with 115,222 kilometers
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Passed
On Apr 08 2014 with 115,222 kilometers
Passed
On Apr 08 2013 with 111,907 kilometers
Passed
On Apr 12 2012 with 106,581 miles
Failed
On Apr 05 2012 with 106,546 kilometers
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
User Entered:
- offside rear brake binding slightly
Passed
On Mar 30 2011 with 102,477 kilometers
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Mar 22 2010 with 96,939 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- o/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge
Passed
On Apr 07 2009 with 88,488 kilometers
Passed
On Apr 02 2008 with 80,590 kilometers
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