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MAZ 2526

1992 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

86,271 mi
Last recorded86,271 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2013
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAZ 2526
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2013 86,271 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 106,670 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 106,670 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 102,208 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 95,521 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 95,521 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Dec 2008 89,494 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2008 89,494 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 81,351 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 4 Dec 2007 81,350 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 79,499 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 79,499 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2005 79,011 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2005 79,011 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

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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MAZ 2526 is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1992 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 116,364 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 MAZ 2526, 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 34 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 MAZ 2526?

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What year was MAZ 2526 registered?

MAZ 2526 is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is MAZ 2526 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAZ 2526 shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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