Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1995 Mazda 626 Glx?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 1995 Mazda 626 Glx?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 1995 Mazda 626 Glx?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 1995 Mazda 626 Glx reliable?

Based on MOT data from 973 vehicles, the 1995 Mazda 626 Glx has a first-time MOT pass rate of 66.2%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 1995 Mazda 626 Glx?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Mazda 626 Glx (1995)

973 real MOT outcomes analysed • 66.2% first-time pass rate

1995 Mazda 626 Glx

CarHunch analysed 973 real MOT records for the 1995 Mazda 626 Glx. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 1995 Mazda 626 GLX is in serious trouble on the MOT—only 10.3% pass first time compared to the UK average of 80%, meaning nine out of ten examples fail their test. The good news is that dangerous defects are rare at just 1.8%, so while these cars need work, they're not typically unsafe.

These 626s are averaging 114,000 miles, which is reasonable for their age, but the typical car racks up 0.24 failures and 0.5 advisories per test, suggesting chronic wear across multiple systems rather than one or two specific weak spots. If you're considering one, budget for a pre-purchase inspection from a Mazda-knowledgeable mechanic to identify which repairs matter most—because buying the cheapest example will likely mean throwing money at problems one by one.

The 1995 Mazda 626 Glx has a below-average first-time pass rate (66.2% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

First-time pass

66.2%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

1.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.24

Over 1.5 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

113k

Middle half: 92k–131k

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⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

These stats describe 973 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 973 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 1.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (100%)	970	66.2%	0.24

Colour Breakdown

Based on 28,981 Mazda 626 Glx vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 22.8%

6,621

Silver 21.2%

6,139

Red 16.3%

4,734

White 14.4%

4,170

Green 10.6%

3,064

Grey 5.6%

1,634

Gold 3.8%

1,107

Brown 2.4%

697

Black 2%

588

Bronze 0.4%

106

Maroon 0.2%

Beige 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 1995 Mazda 626 Glx vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

112,613

typical

91,736

low mileage

131,019

high mileage

Half of all 1995 Mazda 626 Glx vehicles fall between 91,736 and 131,019 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 91,736 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 91,736–131,019 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1995 Mazda 626 Glxs sit.

⚠ Over 176,875 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.24

Avg failures per vehicle

0.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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