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G541 SGN

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

265,978 mi
Last recorded265,978 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG541 SGN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2023 265,978 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 264,541 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 263,660 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 262,960 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 262,228 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly distorted (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly distorted (1.1.14 (a) (i))

chassis damaged nearside and offside

handbrake performance low on nearside

Pass 26 Aug 2017 261,481 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 259,903 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 256,127 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 250,224 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 242,554 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 222,128 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 200,983 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 192,653 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 190,110 miles

offside rear tyre starting to perrish

Pass 13 Jul 2007 185,408 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 184,641 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 173,451 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front wipers smearing

Pass 9 Jul 2005 167,637 miles

adv corroison taking affect to vehicles chassis rail and under body work

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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G541 SGN is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 G541 SGN, 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 G541 SGN registered?

G541 SGN is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 August 1998.

Is G541 SGN safe to buy?

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