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K735 RFR

1992 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,884 mi
Last recorded94,884 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK735 RFR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 94,884 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 93,220 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2024 93,220 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 92,978 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust has slight leak on rear silencer

Fail 19 Aug 2021 92,978 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust has slight leak on rear silencer

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 92,165 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 91,878 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 91,639 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 91,434 miles

advise both sills corroded no holes time of test

Pass 8 Jun 2016 91,129 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 May 2015 90,910 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 90,646 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 90,080 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 89,238 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 87,745 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 6 May 2010 84,713 miles

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

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 May 2010 84,713 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 83,910 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 82,957 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 81,443 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 80,164 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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K735 RFR 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 85.7%.

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 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 K735 RFR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K735 RFR registered?

K735 RFR is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 September 1992.

Is K735 RFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K735 RFR 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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