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G482 EJB

1998 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

167,436 mi
Last recorded167,436 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG482 EJB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2016 167,436 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 107,245 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 166,756 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 165,924 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 165,203 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 163,845 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 163,449 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 162,666 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2005 161,862 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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G482 EJB is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G482 EJB, 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 G482 EJB registered?

G482 EJB is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is G482 EJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G482 EJB shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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