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K937 ECF

1992 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

96,396 mi
Last recorded96,396 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK937 ECF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 96,396 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

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

under body under sealed

Pass 30 Jan 2025 96,003 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 95,630 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 94,561 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer seal area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer seal area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 94,457 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 94,410 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 93,620 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 92,948 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 92,065 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 91,142 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 90,488 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Oct 2015 90,487 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 89,729 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 87,767 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 84,389 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 80,255 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 80,255 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake pads low

Pass 18 Oct 2010 76,573 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 76,573 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 74,105 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 74,105 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 71,193 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 71,193 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 67,708 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 63,650 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 58,506 miles

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

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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K937 ECF is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 K937 ECF, 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 K937 ECF registered?

K937 ECF is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K937 ECF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K937 ECF shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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