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J114 MKK

1992 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

104,476 mi
Last recorded104,476 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ114 MKK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 104,476 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component pipes (2.1.5 (a))

slave cylinder leaking

Fail 16 Jul 2025 104,476 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component pipes (2.1.5 (a))

slave cylinder leaking

Pass 26 Jul 2024 100,285 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 99,839 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 99,721 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 99,042 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 98,567 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 97,121 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 96,358 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 96,085 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 95,754 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 95,635 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 95,368 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 9,431 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 93,768 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 92,756 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 91,542 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 91,175 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 88,985 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 86,275 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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J114 MKK is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1992 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 116,364 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 J114 MKK, 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 34 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 J114 MKK registered?

J114 MKK is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 February 1992.

Is J114 MKK safe to buy?

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