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K355 FYL

1993 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

46,512 mi
Last recorded46,512 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Mazda MX-5111,855 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK355 FYL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 46,512 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 46,290 miles
Fail 28 May 2025 46,290 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 45,838 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 44,612 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 May 2022 41,286 miles
Fail 7 May 2022 41,286 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2021 38,677 miles
Fail 18 May 2021 38,677 miles

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 19 May 2020 35,871 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 May 2016 35,693 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 35,628 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 35,061 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 May 2014 35,061 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2013 34,360 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 33,959 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 33,280 miles
Pass 9 May 2010 32,876 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 31,879 miles
Fail 3 May 2009 31,790 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 May 2008 31,463 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 31,463 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 31,459 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 FYL is a 1993 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 K355 FYL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K355 FYL registered?

K355 FYL is a 1993 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 June 1993.

Is K355 FYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K355 FYL shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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