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A15 MMX

1998 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,850 mi
Last recorded21,850 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 MMX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2026 21,850 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 21,536 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 21,224 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 21,021 miles

wiper blades smearing

Pass 24 Feb 2021 19,738 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 18,046 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 16,243 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 14,210 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 13,958 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 13,919 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 13,541 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 13,147 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 12,546 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 12,307 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 11,762 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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A15 MMX is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 A15 MMX, 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

How do I check the history of A15 MMX?

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What year was A15 MMX registered?

A15 MMX is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is A15 MMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 MMX shows 15 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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