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M868 VBR

1994 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

148,658 mi
Last recorded148,658 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Mazda MX-5104,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM868 VBR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 148,658 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 142,089 miles

Import vehicle. Not on emissions database. Pre August 1995. Tested to non-cat test.

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

Fail 4 Sep 2024 142,066 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective 3x rear exhaust rubbers perished (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 136,083 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 132,778 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 128,978 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 124,529 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 120,684 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 116,399 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 111,229 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 107,925 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 107,762 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both mainfeeds (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2014 105,766 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Oct 2013 173,552 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 171,777 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Oct 2011 169,846 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jan 2011 168,207 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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M868 VBR is a 1994 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 M868 VBR, 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 M868 VBR registered?

M868 VBR is a 1994 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1994.

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