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M282 XKU

1994 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,249 mi
Last recorded54,249 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Mazda MX-5104,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM282 XKU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2026 54,249 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 53,829 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 52,891 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 52,315 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 52,074 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 51,794 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 51,362 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 50,681 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 49,734 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 49,129 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 48,094 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 46,377 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 44,217 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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M282 XKU is a 1994 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 M282 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 32 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M282 XKU?

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What year was M282 XKU registered?

M282 XKU is a 1994 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M282 XKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M282 XKU shows 13 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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