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EIG 2373

1998 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

138,187 mi
Last recorded138,187 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEIG 2373
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 138,187 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2026 138,135 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 137,549 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 137,480 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 137,012 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 136,307 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 136,004 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 135,096 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 132,561 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 129,219 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 124,941 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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EIG 2373 is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EIG 2373, 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 EIG 2373 registered?

EIG 2373 is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is EIG 2373 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EIG 2373 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EIG 2373 have outstanding finance?

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