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J276 NKM

1992 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,815 mi
Last recorded76,815 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ276 NKM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 76,815 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 65,797 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 52,337 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 51,108 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 50,206 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 49,228 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 48,240 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 47,372 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 47,021 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 May 2016 46,856 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 46,676 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2014 45,966 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 45,375 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 44,605 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2011 44,291 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 44,237 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 44,237 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 19 May 2009 44,049 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 43,654 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 43,654 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 25 May 2007 43,280 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 May 2007 43,280 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 42,370 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 30 May 2006 42,370 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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J276 NKM is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J276 NKM, 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 J276 NKM registered?

J276 NKM is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 February 1992.

Is J276 NKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J276 NKM shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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