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A22 CVE

1998 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

63,082 mi
Last recorded63,082 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA22 CVE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 63,082 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 62,096 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 61,303 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Jul 2023 61,302 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 60,431 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding with slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/f, o/s/r and n/s/r tyres cracked and in poor condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 58,205 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 30 Oct 2020 58,204 miles

Emissions not tested due to engine miss fire (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2016 57,591 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 57,320 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 57,090 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 56,944 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 56,404 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 53,872 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 52,930 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 51,947 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 50,918 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 47,155 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 45,122 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 43,804 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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A22 CVE is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 A22 CVE, 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 A22 CVE registered?

A22 CVE is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is A22 CVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A22 CVE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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