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KH05 OVF

1993 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,481 mi
Last recorded80,481 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2016
Typical for 1993 Mazda MX-5111,855 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH05 OVF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2016 80,481 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 77,251 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 76,155 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 73,662 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 70,475 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 70,474 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 61,804 miles

front wiper blades starting to split and wear

offside front tyre low on tread

rear brakes slightly binding on

Pass 9 May 2010 57,201 miles

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

offside rear tyre has a shallow cut on inner sidewall

Pass 17 Jul 2008 41,854 miles

n/s headlamp bracket broken,headlamp aim and securety ok at time of test

Fail 17 Jul 2008 41,854 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

n/s headlamp bracket broken,headlamp aim and securety ok at time of test

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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KH05 OVF is a 1993 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KH05 OVF, 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

How do I check the history of KH05 OVF?

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What year was KH05 OVF registered?

KH05 OVF is a 1993 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 August 1993.

Is KH05 OVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KH05 OVF shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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