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G511 UAL

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

163,585 mi
Last recorded163,585 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG511 UAL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 163,585 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 163,491 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 163,324 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2024 163,324 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spacing between first two characters. (0.1 (d))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 160,909 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 154,203 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly smeary (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Mar 2022 154,203 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly smeary (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 153,298 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 150,593 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 148,109 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 141,288 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 134,915 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 134,336 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 129,713 miles

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 8 Oct 2010 126,676 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Oct 2009 125,196 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 124,192 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 123,476 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 6 Oct 2006 121,080 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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G511 UAL is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 G511 UAL, 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 G511 UAL registered?

G511 UAL is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 November 1998.

Is G511 UAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G511 UAL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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