CarVerify

Free Car Check

G744 SGN

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1590cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

191,426 mi
Last recorded191,426 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG744 SGN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 191,426 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 190,488 miles

surface corrosion to exhaust system.

under body over panels fitted obscuring some testable components.

Pass 27 May 2023 186,158 miles

surface corrosion to exhaust system.

under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.

Pass 21 May 2022 184,602 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 181,467 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 181,467 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2016 176,170 miles

slight oil leak

surface corrosion to exhaust system

Pass 4 Apr 2014 172,624 miles

Oil leak

exhaust corroded

exhaust lamda wires cut

offside front brake binding (slightly)

Fail 29 Mar 2014 172,607 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

exhaust corroded

exhaust lamda wires cut

offside front brake binding (slightly)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 170,207 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

surface corrosion exhaust

Pass 29 Mar 2012 168,788 miles

Slight corrosion to front metal brake pipes

Slight corrosion to rear coil springs

Under body covered in under seal

Pass 30 Mar 2011 166,261 miles

Oil leak

slight play steering rack

Pass 30 Mar 2010 163,546 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 30 Mar 2010 163,546 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 157,861 miles

Oil leak

general underbody corrosion

surface rust on exhaust

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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G744 SGN is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G744 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

How do I check the history of G744 SGN?

You can check the full history of G744 SGN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G744 SGN registered?

G744 SGN is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is G744 SGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G744 SGN shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G744 SGN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G744 SGN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.