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M130 XKU

1995 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

157,388 mi
Last recorded157,388 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1995 Mazda MX-590,940 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM130 XKU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 157,388 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 157,076 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 156,919 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 155,994 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 153,842 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 148,243 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 143,068 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 143,039 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 139,582 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 134,685 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. low effort (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 122,314 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 115,928 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 107,433 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 99,572 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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M130 XKU is a 1995 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 M130 XKU, 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 M130 XKU registered?

M130 XKU is a 1995 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1995.

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The MOT history for M130 XKU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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