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K4 XBM

1993 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

143,511 mi
Last recorded143,511 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2023
Typical for 1993 Mazda MX-5111,855 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK4 XBM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2023 143,511 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 143,377 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 143,028 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 141,173 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 135,460 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 134,057 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 134,057 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 129,119 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 128,474 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2013 124,192 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 117,271 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 11,388 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 May 2011 11,388 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 109,247 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 108,881 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 108,427 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 108,427 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 107,912 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 107,725 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 105,836 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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K4 XBM is a 1993 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 K4 XBM, 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 K4 XBM registered?

K4 XBM is a 1993 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K4 XBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K4 XBM shows 20 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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