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J2 SRC

1993 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,048 mi
Last recorded56,048 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2024
Typical for 1993 Mazda MX-5111,855 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ2 SRC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2024 56,048 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All, underseal applied, inspection limited (1.1.11 (c))

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

underseal applied to underside of vehicle, inspection limited

Pass 23 Oct 2023 55,665 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2022 55,280 miles

vehicle under seal limited inspection

Pass 19 Oct 2021 54,998 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle under-sealed front to rear all components.

Pass 20 Oct 2020 54,593 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 54,061 miles

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

vehicle is heavily under sealed

Pass 10 May 2018 53,475 miles

Underseal under vehicle inspection limited

Pass 9 May 2017 53,008 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 52,687 miles

nail in n/s/f tyre

o/s/r outer sill corroded

Pass 16 May 2015 52,421 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 51,950 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 51,683 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 51,240 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 50,240 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 49,538 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 48,980 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 48,741 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 48,430 miles

corrosion all under vehcile

grease to all brake pipes

Pass 13 May 2006 47,821 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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J2 SRC is a 1993 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 111,855 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 J2 SRC, 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 33 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 J2 SRC registered?

J2 SRC is a 1993 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 February 1993.

Is J2 SRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J2 SRC shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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