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M18 SMX

1994 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,992 mi
Last recorded24,992 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Mazda MX-5104,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM18 SMX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 24,992 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 24,393 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 24,009 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 23,998 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 23,983 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 23,971 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 23,956 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 23,920 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 23,464 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 23,067 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 21,507 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 20,859 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 20,073 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 19,129 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 18,737 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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M18 SMX is a 1994 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 104,077 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 M18 SMX, 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 32 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 M18 SMX registered?

M18 SMX is a 1994 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M18 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M18 SMX shows 15 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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