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G604 TBD

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

181,770 mi
Last recorded181,770 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG604 TBD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2014 181,770 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 174,015 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 169,072 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)

advise front and rear brake discs corroded.

Pass 28 Sep 2010 165,529 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Sep 2010 165,528 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Parking brake not fitted on at least two wheels (3.1.1)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake discs worn

Fail 29 May 2009 148,719 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 29 May 2009 148,719 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 144,720 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 141,292 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 137,172 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

advise nearside handbrake low on performance

Fail 6 Jun 2006 137,172 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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G604 TBD is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 G604 TBD, 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 G604 TBD registered?

G604 TBD is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is G604 TBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G604 TBD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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