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P58 KSG

1996 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

84,675 mi
Last recorded84,675 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-586,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP58 KSG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 84,675 miles

to low for rollers

Pass 12 Apr 2025 77,331 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 77,233 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear outer sill getting rusty

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear outer sill getting rusty

front floors starting to rust

Pass 8 Jul 2016 76,890 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 5 Jul 2016 76,885 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 75,691 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 74,122 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear wheel arches & outer sills getting corroded

nearside front inner wing getting corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2013 72,808 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 70,836 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 68,784 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 67,189 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 65,529 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 63,952 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 62,358 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 60,311 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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P58 KSG is a 1996 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1996 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 86,097 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 P58 KSG, 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 30 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 P58 KSG registered?

P58 KSG is a 1996 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is P58 KSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P58 KSG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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