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AIG 5354

1998 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

226,180 mi
Last recorded226,180 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAIG 5354
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 226,180 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 221,599 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 219,687 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 215,378 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 214,926 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 214,326 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 211,715 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 209,151 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 207,130 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 207,130 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 203,994 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 201,561 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 198,400 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 196,078 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 192,377 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 190,423 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 187,271 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 181,146 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 181,146 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 177,830 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 173,251 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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AIG 5354 is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AIG 5354, 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 AIG 5354 registered?

AIG 5354 is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is AIG 5354 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AIG 5354 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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