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K856 SEY

1992 Mazda E Series

White Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

134,869 mi
Last recorded134,869 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1992 Mazda E Series123,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK856 SEY
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 134,869 miles

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2025 134,869 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2020 134,744 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 134,686 miles

Central Emissions not tested unable to do smoke test silencer broken (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 May 2019 133,430 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Inner Inner sill corroded (centre of vehicle)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Apr 2019 133,380 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch (within 30cm of top suspension arm mount) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (within 30cm of rear leaf spring mount) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (within 30cm of front leaf spring hanger) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Inner sill (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (within 30cm of Rear leaf spring mount) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (within 30cm of front leaf spring mount) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Inner sill (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Inner Inner sill corroded (centre of vehicle)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 132,527 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

surface rust in various areas

Pass 2 Feb 2017 130,943 miles

Nearside Front LOWER WING AREA

Nearside Rear CHASSIS LEG

Offside Front INNER SIL FRONT

Fail 21 Jan 2017 130,943 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases MIDDLE (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER AND OUTER SIL (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER SIL (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER SIL (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER AND OUTER SIL (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER SIL (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded OUTERSIL (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front LOWER WING AREA

Nearside Rear CHASSIS LEG

Offside Front INNER SIL FRONT

Pass 26 Jan 2016 129,307 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

inner/outer sills rusty and o/s/r chassis

Pass 13 Jan 2015 127,303 miles

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

both inner rear sills and n/s/r chassis rusty

Pass 18 Jan 2014 123,572 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 116,324 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 116,373 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 113,507 miles

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 17 Jun 2010 112,725 miles

chip in front screen

Pass 13 May 2009 110,115 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 109,252 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 109,252 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

water pump is leaking

Pass 27 Oct 2006 109,148 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 109,148 miles

Nearside Inner Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2005 106,075 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2005

Nearside Inner Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Mazda E Series?

Based on 81,836 MOT tests across 9,731 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
6,018
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
9,731
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,794
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,584
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,919
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,399
brake binding 2,340
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K856 SEY is a 1992 Mazda E Series in White with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 1992 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 123,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda E Series fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,794 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K856 SEY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda E Series typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Mazda E Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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K856 SEY is a 1992 Mazda E Series, first registered on 30 October 1992.

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