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K522 DVX

1992 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

53,589 mi
Last recorded53,589 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK522 DVX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 53,589 miles

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 49,960 miles

All four tyres perishing

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 49,746 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2023 49,746 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 49,395 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 49,073 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 48,846 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 48,474 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 47,837 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 47,400 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 46,669 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 46,239 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 45,213 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 44,448 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 43,649 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 43,063 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 42,242 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 41,572 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 41,121 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 40,777 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 40,284 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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K522 DVX is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 K522 DVX, 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 K522 DVX registered?

K522 DVX is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K522 DVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K522 DVX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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