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K172 SUY

1993 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

203,588 mi
Last recorded203,588 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 1993 Mazda MX-5111,855 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK172 SUY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2017 203,588 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 189,419 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 178,208 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 123,679 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 167,863 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 153,940 miles

Offside Steering system lock to lock check exposes a slightly damaged brake hose (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 4 May 2012 152,806 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 144,770 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 144,770 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 144,355 miles

n/s wiper split at ends still clearing screen

Pass 14 Aug 2009 143,448 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 144,370 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 140,119 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 140,052 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 137,292 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 133,965 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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K172 SUY is a 1993 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1993 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 111,855 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 K172 SUY, 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 33 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K172 SUY registered?

K172 SUY is a 1993 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K172 SUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K172 SUY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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