Mazda 626 GT Abs A (1993)
1993 Mazda 626 GT Abs A
CarHunch analysed 102 real MOT records for the 1993 Mazda 626 GT Abs A. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1993 Mazda 626 is in serious trouble on the road—just 5.4% pass on first attempt versus the UK average of 80%, meaning 94.6% of these cars fail their MOT. Only 1% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, so safety isn't the primary concern; instead, the failures point to cumulative wear and age-related decay across multiple systems.
At nearly 100,000 miles on the clock, these cars are showing their age with 0.6 advisories per vehicle on average, suggesting rust, suspension slack, and tired components are the norm rather than the exception. If you're seriously considering one, budget for an immediate pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with 30-year-old Japanese cars, because the MOT figures tell you a straightforward repair bill is unlikely.
What to check before buying a 1993 Mazda 626 GT Abs A
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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Mileage Distribution
Most 1993 Mazda 626 GT Abs A 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 GT Abs A vehicles fall between 78,767 and 136,594 miles.
MOT History Averages
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