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M368 ELB

1995 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

3,529 mi
Last recorded3,529 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2024
Typical for 1995 Mazda MX-590,940 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM368 ELB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2024 3,529 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 2,228 miles

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

car prepared for competition use

Pass 28 Jun 2022 772 miles

car prepared for competition use

Pass 21 Jul 2021 121,292 miles

car prepared for competition use

fuel cap seal starting to perish/crack

Pass 27 Jun 2020 120,214 miles

car prepared for competition use

Pass 20 Jul 2019 171,695 miles

general corrosion

Pass 26 Jul 2018 170,101 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2018 170,085 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake valve leaking caliper (1.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 166,755 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 158,730 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 154,460 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 150,643 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 149,679 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 147,784 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 145,576 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 143,158 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Oct 2008 133,668 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Oct 2007 124,236 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 113,388 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 113,388 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

FRONT BRAKE PADS ON LIMIT

Pass 1 Oct 2005 103,549 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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M368 ELB is a 1995 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 M368 ELB, 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 M368 ELB registered?

M368 ELB is a 1995 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M368 ELB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M368 ELB shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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