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1995 MAZDA MX51.8L Petrol

M722 ECV

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 1995 MAZDA MX5 is a Petrol vehicle with a 1798cc engine. Currently it has no valid MOT recorded and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 81,666.

MOT

Failed

No history recorded

Tax

Untaxed

Expires 01/07/2026

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Mileage: 81,666
Fuel: Petrol
Year: 1995
Engine: 1798cc

Free vehicle health score

/ 100 · Poor

Public record health check: Poor.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

✓ Taxed

✗ Poor MOT pass rate (0%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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Stolen

Locked

Finance

Locked

Write-off

Locked

Salvage

Locked

Imported

Locked

Exported

Locked

Scrapped

Locked

Destruction

Locked

V5C Logbook

Locked

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 18 Jul 2026, 02:00

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 1995 Mazda Mx5 (M722 ECV) has a recorded MOT history spanning from June 2026 to June 2026, with 1 MOT test on record.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 0% pass rate, with 0 passes and 1 failure recorded. A lower-than-average pass rate suggests the vehicle may have had periods of deferred maintenance.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 5 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 4 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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PASS

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ADVISORY

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Buying Score

45/100

Risk Level

High

Est. Annual Cost

£1,200-£1,500

Mileage

The mileage of 81,666 is well below aver...

Our Verdict

Proceed with extreme caution. This classic Mazda MX-5 has been off the road for over a decade and requires significant mechanical investment before it can be used safely.

Before considering a purchase, you must factor in the cost of a full brake system overhaul, as the recent MOT highlights everything from leaking master cylinders to worn discs and pads. The suspension ball joint dust covers are also failing, which is a common issue on older vehicles that have been left standing, as rubber components perish over time.

Negotiate the price heavily to reflect the extensive list of repairs required to secure a pass certificate. Ensure you inspect the underside for corrosion, as the MX-5 of this era is notorious for rust, and a car that has sat idle for over 13 years (between 2013 and 2026) is a prime candidate for structural degradation that may not be immediately visible on the surface.

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