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BET 12T

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

158,253 mi
Last recorded158,253 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBET 12T
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 158,253 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 158,216 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2022 158,214 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 158,134 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 157,902 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 157,886 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 157,817 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 157,641 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 157,628 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 157,628 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 157,152 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 157,248 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 25 Apr 2013 155,809 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 155,809 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 155,688 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Apr 2011 155,688 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 154,984 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 154,184 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 151,273 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 148,372 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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BET 12T is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BET 12T, 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 BET 12T?

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What year was BET 12T registered?

BET 12T is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 December 1998.

Is BET 12T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BET 12T shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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