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M8 GJH

1994 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,383 mi
Last recorded25,383 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Mazda MX-5104,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 GJH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 25,383 miles

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

under tray fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2025 24,463 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 23,824 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 23,289 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 23,272 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Front Bumper secure but nuts missing from lower supports

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 22,582 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 22,082 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 21,391 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 20,727 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 19,227 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 18,263 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 18,263 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 16,793 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 15,454 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 13,797 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 13,136 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 12,874 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 12,508 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 11,896 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 11,826 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 11,282 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 10,810 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 10,758 miles

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Apr 2006 9,901 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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M8 GJH is a 1994 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M8 GJH, 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 M8 GJH registered?

M8 GJH is a 1994 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 8 August 1994.

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