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K385 UJR

1992 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

142,929 mi
Last recorded142,929 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK385 UJR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 142,929 miles

Central Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 141,353 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 138,814 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 134,962 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 134,962 miles

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 122,810 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 122,810 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 29 Sep 2014 120,891 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 120,891 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 116,482 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 116,480 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Mar 2012 110,640 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 108,301 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 104,096 miles

all four tyre treads cracking slightly

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer shoulders

Pass 26 Sep 2008 100,329 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 92,073 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 92,073 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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K385 UJR is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 K385 UJR, 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 K385 UJR registered?

K385 UJR is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is K385 UJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K385 UJR shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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