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K48 SDD

1992 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

45,582 mi
Last recorded45,582 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK48 SDD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 45,582 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 45,164 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 44,827 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2023 44,827 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 44,598 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 44,282 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 43,857 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 43,600 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 43,203 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 42,232 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 42,193 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 42,068 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 42,066 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 41,296 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 40,778 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 39,706 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 38,104 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 35,468 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 35,468 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 33,510 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 32,003 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 30,749 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 30,284 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 29,542 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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K48 SDD is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 K48 SDD, 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 K48 SDD registered?

K48 SDD is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K48 SDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K48 SDD shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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