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D2 RAM

1998 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

116,212 mi
Last recorded116,212 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD2 RAM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 116,212 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 111,498 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2024 111,498 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 107,582 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 105,493 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 103,006 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 103,005 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 100,530 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 98,014 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 98,013 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Oct 2018 95,145 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 95,143 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 92,324 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 89,552 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 89,299 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 87,607 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2013 82,582 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 81,154 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 79,581 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 76,742 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 75,266 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 73,768 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 71,698 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 71,696 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 69,335 miles

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

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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D2 RAM is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 D2 RAM, 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 D2 RAM registered?

D2 RAM is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 November 1998.

Is D2 RAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D2 RAM shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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