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K118 BVM

1992 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

67,273 mi
Last recorded67,273 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK118 BVM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 67,273 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 67,119 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 66,635 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 65,409 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 64,153 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 62,079 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 55,568 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 26 Apr 2019 55,548 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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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K118 BVM is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 K118 BVM, 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 K118 BVM registered?

K118 BVM is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is K118 BVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K118 BVM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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