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K405 DEF

1992 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,589 mi
Last recorded91,589 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK405 DEF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2026 91,589 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 91,095 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 90,546 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 89,786 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

general corrosion through out

Pass 3 Feb 2022 88,746 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 88,101 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 87,082 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 86,070 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 85,543 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 84,729 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 83,725 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 80,770 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 79,657 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 78,798 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2011 78,490 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2011 77,728 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 76,745 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 76,028 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 71,315 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 61,526 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 48,899 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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K405 DEF is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K405 DEF, 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.

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What year was K405 DEF registered?

K405 DEF is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K405 DEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K405 DEF shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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