Mazda Xedos 6 (1993)
1993 Mazda Xedos 6
CarHunch analysed 533 real MOT records for the 1993 Mazda Xedos 6. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1993 Mazda Xedos 6 is a reliability red flag: just 29.8% pass on their first MOT attempt, less than half the UK average of 80%. With nearly 10% of vehicles having experienced dangerous defects, this is a model that demands thorough pre-purchase inspection and honest conversation with any mechanic.
At 116,000 miles median, these cars show typical wear for their age, but the average of 0.94 failures and 2.6 advisories per test reveals a pattern of accumulated issues rather than isolated problems. Before committing to ownership, have a trusted independent mechanic perform a full inspection—the pass rate here suggests you'll need one eventually, so get ahead of it.
What to check before buying a 1993 Mazda Xedos 6
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%) | 532 | 29.7% | 0.94 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 66.7% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1993 Mazda Xedos 6 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 Xedos 6 vehicles fall between 95,446 and 135,569 miles.
MOT History Averages
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