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K718 UKN

1993 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

73,484 mi
Last recorded73,484 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 1993 Mazda MX-5111,855 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK718 UKN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2023 73,484 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 72,009 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 69,112 miles

All four tyres slightly perished

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 66,257 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 63,538 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 62,296 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 61,944 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 60,641 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 59,503 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 59,456 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 58,945 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 58,480 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 57,224 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 56,936 miles

centre exhaust box heat shield in rusty condition

Fail 1 Oct 2010 56,936 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2009 55,998 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 55,998 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 6 May 2008 54,869 miles

rear silencer pipe corroded slightly blowing

Pass 13 Apr 2007 53,885 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 53,885 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2006 53,045 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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K718 UKN is a 1993 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 85.7%.

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 K718 UKN, 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.

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What year was K718 UKN registered?

K718 UKN is a 1993 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 May 1993.

Is K718 UKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K718 UKN shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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