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168 FUW

1998 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,806 mi
Last recorded13,806 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration168 FUW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2025 13,806 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 13,781 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 13,622 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 13,314 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 13,290 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 13,091 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 12,954 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 12,820 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 12,760 miles

Oil leak Engine ()

Pass 6 Sep 2016 12,758 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 12,679 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 12,539 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 12,326 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 10,718 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 10,611 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 10,506 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 10,400 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 10,171 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 10,078 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 9,923 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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168 FUW is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 86,993 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 168 FUW, 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 28 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 168 FUW registered?

168 FUW is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is 168 FUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 168 FUW shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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