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A9 LOF

1998 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

165,174 mi
Last recorded165,174 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 LOF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2013 165,174 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 164,401 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 160,829 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 156,128 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 152,335 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 145,687 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 141,185 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2006 139,119 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 139,119 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 132,899 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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A9 LOF is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 A9 LOF, 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.

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What year was A9 LOF registered?

A9 LOF is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 July 1998.

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