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K296 HRM

2017 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

118,459 mi
Last recorded118,459 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 2017 Mazda MX-522,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK296 HRM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 118,459 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 117,783 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 116,387 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 113,982 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 111,045 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 105,401 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advise front and rear droplink rubbers cracked

Fail 18 Jul 2017 105,401 miles

Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advise front and rear droplink rubbers cracked

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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K296 HRM is a 2017 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2017 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 22,496 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K296 HRM, 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 9 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K296 HRM registered?

K296 HRM is a 2017 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 August 2017.

Is K296 HRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K296 HRM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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