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K815 LHT

1992 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

101,752 mi
Last recorded101,752 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK815 LHT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 101,752 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 101,233 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2023 100,109 miles

Rear number plate lamps a bit dim

Pass 13 Dec 2022 99,057 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 98,153 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 98,152 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 96,942 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 95,397 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 92,384 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 92,384 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 92,377 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 91,556 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 91,053 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 90,539 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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K815 LHT is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 K815 LHT, 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 K815 LHT registered?

K815 LHT is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 August 1992.

Is K815 LHT safe to buy?

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