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K414 FHX

1993 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,851 mi
Last recorded66,851 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1993 Mazda MX-5111,855 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK414 FHX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 66,851 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 65,651 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2025 65,651 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 64,868 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 64,088 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 63,808 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 63,160 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 62,457 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 62,457 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 61,710 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 60,850 miles

nut missing at center exhaust

Pass 7 Mar 2009 59,569 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 59,569 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 58,672 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 56,001 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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K414 FHX is a 1993 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K414 FHX, 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 K414 FHX registered?

K414 FHX is a 1993 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 February 1993.

Is K414 FHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K414 FHX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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