1992 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · K163 LMY
1992 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 1997. Recorded mileage 179,561 km. MOT expired on 19 Apr 2015. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 1992 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Apr 2015
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Odometer
- 179,561 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K163 LMY Key Findings
- 8 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2014
- 179,561 km recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
K163 LMY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
8 MOT tests are recorded for this 1992 Mazda Mx-5 (K163 LMY) between August 2005 and March 2014.
The record contains 8 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 13 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
K163 LMY Odometer History
- 17/08/2005115,403 mi
- 01/09/2006124,431 mi+9,028 mi
- 05/01/2008127,828 mi+3,397 mi
- 03/01/2009144,813 mi+16,985 mi
- 09/01/2010158,703 mi+13,890 mi
- 20/04/2012160,781 mi+2,078 mi
- 10/04/2013170,619 km
- 25/03/2014179,561 km+8,942 km
Average of roughly 7,458 km per year across 8 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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