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K582 SRK

1992 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

166,219 mi
Last recorded166,219 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK582 SRK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 166,219 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2026 166,219 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 157,425 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material subframe pipe ( marked yellow) (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 Mar 2025 157,425 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material subframe pipe ( marked yellow) (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 146,075 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2024 146,068 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2024 146,033 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Steering locking device ineffective Both steering pins missing (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slightly damage (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Slightly scored (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp slightly vibration, but not affecting driver's view

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Around main beam (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Electrical wiring insecure Positive terminal slightly loose (4.11 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 131,406 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 126,962 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 126,934 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 Jun 2019 126,924 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2016 123,735 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 115,016 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 103,723 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 91,423 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 82,303 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 82,279 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 70,921 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 65,174 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 61,182 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 60,344 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 May 2007 59,167 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 57,868 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2006 57,868 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front inner brake pads becoming very low

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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K582 SRK is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K582 SRK, 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 K582 SRK registered?

K582 SRK is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1992.

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