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K355 EDP

1996 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

7,193 mi
Last recorded7,193 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-586,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK355 EDP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 7,193 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 7,174 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 7,144 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 7,109 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 7,041 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 24 Apr 2014 7,041 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 6,988 miles

Oil leak

slight missfire on idle

Pass 3 May 2012 6,959 miles

nearside headlamp rise and fall slightly seized

Pass 9 May 2011 6,885 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 6,821 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 6,732 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 6,580 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 6,376 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 6,078 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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K355 EDP is a 1996 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1996 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 86,097 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 K355 EDP, 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 30 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 K355 EDP registered?

K355 EDP is a 1996 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 May 1996.

Is K355 EDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K355 EDP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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