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A20 SKO

1995 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

128,904 mi
Last recorded128,904 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Mazda MX-590,940 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 SKO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 128,904 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 128,539 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 127,817 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 6 Jun 2024 127,817 miles

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 127,461 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 126,627 miles

Central brake light not working

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2022 126,627 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central brake light not working

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 126,270 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 125,933 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2020 125,933 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 125,254 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 124,180 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 122,231 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2016 120,269 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 118,186 miles

both rear most outer sills becoming corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2014 116,946 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 115,474 miles

n/side headlamp h4 type o/side sealed beam type

Pass 12 Jun 2012 114,572 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 111,763 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 109,154 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 109,149 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 105,852 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 103,353 miles

o/s/r tyre slighty worn on inside edge

Fail 16 Jun 2008 103,353 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

o/s/r tyre slighty worn on inside edge

Pass 14 Jun 2007 98,141 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 94,228 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 94,228 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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A20 SKO is a 1995 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1995 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 90,940 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 A20 SKO, 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 31 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A20 SKO registered?

A20 SKO is a 1995 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is A20 SKO safe to buy?

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