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K565 SOY

1992 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

110,508 mi
Last recorded110,508 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK565 SOY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 110,508 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 110,005 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 109,993 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security underside (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 May 2017 107,733 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 104,742 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 102,114 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 101,549 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 101,162 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 100,824 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 97,216 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 97,216 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 96,176 miles

both rear tyres cracking but no cords visible

Pass 17 Oct 2008 93,622 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 90,942 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 90,942 miles

Centre Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 63,129 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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K565 SOY is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 K565 SOY, 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 K565 SOY registered?

K565 SOY is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is K565 SOY safe to buy?

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