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K898 XBL

1993 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,938 mi
Last recorded45,938 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Mazda MX-5111,855 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK898 XBL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2026 45,938 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 45,053 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 44,464 miles

undertrays etc fitted, limiting view of some testable items

vehicle is in "Superb", better than Showroom condition

Pass 9 Jun 2023 43,929 miles

plastic undertrays fitted, limiting view to some tetable items

vehicle is in "Superb, better than Showroom" condition

Pass 10 Jun 2022 43,032 miles

front undertrays etc fitted, limiting view of some testable items

vehicle is in "superb showroom" condition

Pass 28 May 2021 42,067 miles

front under trays etc fitted, limiting view

vehicle in "Superb Showroom" condition

Pass 26 Jun 2020 40,439 miles

front under tray fitted,limiting view

vehicle in "showroom" conition,, Superb

Pass 17 May 2019 37,176 miles

front under tray fitted, limiting view

vehicle in near "showroom condition,, Excellent"

Pass 25 May 2018 36,491 miles

all tyres, slightly perishing on sidewalls

front under tray fitted, limiting view

service brake performance 50%, mot pass mark 50%,, recommend check

vehicle in "excellent" condition for age

Pass 26 May 2017 35,353 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 34,379 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 33,805 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 31,847 miles

advise handbrake travel

Pass 13 May 2013 31,270 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 30,785 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 30,117 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 28,525 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 25,342 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 23,630 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 22,808 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 22,151 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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K898 XBL 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 100%.

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 K898 XBL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K898 XBL registered?

K898 XBL is a 1993 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 February 1993.

Is K898 XBL safe to buy?

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