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M246 RUD

1994 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

88,349 mi
Last recorded88,349 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1994 Mazda MX-5104,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM246 RUD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 88,349 miles
Fail 29 May 2025 88,345 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 88,315 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2024 88,312 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 88,243 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2022 88,243 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 87,420 miles

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 May 2021 87,419 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported across bulkhead behind engine (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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M246 RUD is a 1994 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M246 RUD, 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.

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What year was M246 RUD registered?

M246 RUD is a 1994 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 3 August 1994.

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