Mazda 626 Glx Abs (1993)
1993 Mazda 626 Glx Abs
CarHunch analysed 1,470 real MOT records for the 1993 Mazda 626 Glx Abs. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1993 Mazda 626 is in dire condition by MOT standards—only 3.9% pass on their first attempt, compared to the UK average of 80%. While dangerous defects are rare at 1.2%, the catastrophic first-time pass rate reflects a cohort of elderly, heavily-used vehicles that are fundamentally worn out.
At 118,000 miles median mileage, these cars have covered typical high-mileage ground for their age, yet they're still failing tests at an alarming rate with an average of 0.11 failures per vehicle. If you're considering one, budget heavily for immediate repairs and expect ongoing maintenance costs—the low advisory rate (0.2 per vehicle) suggests problems here aren't minor niggles, they're structural issues that inspectors aren't even bothering to flag as warnings.
What to check before buying a 1993 Mazda 626 Glx Abs
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 1,467 | 3.9% | 0.11 |
| LPG (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 70% | 3 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1993 Mazda 626 Glx Abs vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1993 Mazda 626 Glx Abs vehicles fall between 106,649 and 144,318 miles.
MOT History Averages
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