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P912 HKR

1996 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,533 mi
Last recorded91,533 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2015
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-586,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP912 HKR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2015 91,533 miles

Slight exhaust blow from rear silencer joint

Fail 3 Sep 2015 91,533 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Slight exhaust blow from rear silencer joint

Pass 15 Sep 2014 90,845 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 90,299 miles

Exhaust heavily correded however only leaking slighlty from rear/mid section and supported correctly

Rear subframe support bars missing

Fail 23 Sep 2013 90,299 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Exhaust heavily correded however only leaking slighlty from rear/mid section and supported correctly

Rear subframe support bars missing

Pass 29 Sep 2011 90,183 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 89,926 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 89,921 miles

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

Nearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 89,489 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 88,996 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 88,996 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 88,579 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 87,403 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2005 86,504 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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P912 HKR is a 1996 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P912 HKR, 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 P912 HKR registered?

P912 HKR is a 1996 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 September 1996.

Is P912 HKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P912 HKR shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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