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D8 SBR

1995 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

35,459 mi
Last recorded35,459 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Mazda MX-590,940 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD8 SBR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 35,459 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 35,243 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 34,948 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 34,838 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 34,708 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 34,696 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2021 34,488 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 33,479 miles
Pass 27 May 2019 33,239 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 32,744 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 32,528 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 31,920 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 31,032 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 29,762 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 May 2013 29,058 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 28,658 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 28,385 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 28,337 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 27,803 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 27,507 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 27,255 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 26,811 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2005 26,257 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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D8 SBR is a 1995 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 D8 SBR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D8 SBR registered?

D8 SBR is a 1995 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 June 1995.

Is D8 SBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D8 SBR shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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