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K831 EDP

1992 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

145,686 mi
Last recorded145,686 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK831 EDP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 145,686 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear inner sill covered in what seems to be fiberglass repair

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge extremely worn on inner edge due to excessive camber on front axle very close to showing cords (5.2.3 (e))

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

windscreen washer tank insecure

Pass 1 May 2025 126,036 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2025 126,026 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 125,680 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 123,683 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 6 Jul 2015 123,683 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 119,797 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 116,464 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 112,640 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 107,912 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 104,157 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 10,007 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

nearside front tyre near flat

screen wash bottle insecure (bracket corroded)

windscreen has several minor damages

Pass 12 Nov 2007 96,890 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 92,544 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE BINDING.

Pass 25 Oct 2005 89,967 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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K831 EDP is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 K831 EDP, 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

How do I check the history of K831 EDP?

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What year was K831 EDP registered?

K831 EDP is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K831 EDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K831 EDP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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