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K706 OFM

1992 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

179,183 mi
Last recorded179,183 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK706 OFM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 179,183 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2025 179,174 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 178,831 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 178,389 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 175,438 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 171,701 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 171,637 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 171,323 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 168,099 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 168,099 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 164,847 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 161,910 miles

all droplink bushes deterioated

both rear shock absorber bottom bushes deterioated

Fail 27 Aug 2014 161,910 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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)

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

all droplink rubbers deteriorated

Pass 31 May 2013 157,252 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 157,252 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 25 May 2012 143,437 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 24 May 2012 143,437 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 133,506 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 128,920 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 127,760 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 127,760 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 May 2008 75,228 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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K706 OFM is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 K706 OFM, 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 K706 OFM registered?

K706 OFM is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 November 1992.

Is K706 OFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K706 OFM shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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