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M202 SWP

1995 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

25,456 mi
Last recorded25,456 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Mazda MX-590,940 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM202 SWP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1995
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 25,456 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 25,348 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 25,320 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 23,544 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 22,026 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 21,732 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 21,519 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 20,331 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 20,153 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 20,120 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 20,086 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 20,013 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 19,935 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 19,935 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 19,582 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 19,574 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 19,009 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 18,431 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 17,759 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 17,353 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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M202 SWP is a 1995 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 M202 SWP, 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 M202 SWP registered?

M202 SWP is a 1995 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 May 1995.

Is M202 SWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M202 SWP shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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