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H106 CMW

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

164,823 mi
Last recorded164,823 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH106 CMW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2014 164,823 miles

Oil leak

offside and nearside rear inner wheel arches rusty

Pass 2 May 2013 161,594 miles

Oil leak

Fail 24 Apr 2013 161,396 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Pass 22 May 2012 153,826 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Fail 21 May 2012 153,804 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Pass 10 May 2011 149,341 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 145,893 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 13 May 2009 145,084 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 143,688 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 143,678 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 142,158 miles

BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION COIL SPRINGS TIRED,LEAVING MINIMAL SUSPENSION TRAVEL.

Fail 3 Oct 2007 142,158 miles

BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION COIL SPRINGS TIRED,LEAVING MINIMAL SUSPENSION TRAVEL.

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2006 134,542 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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H106 CMW is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H106 CMW, 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 H106 CMW?

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What year was H106 CMW registered?

H106 CMW is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 November 1998.

Is H106 CMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H106 CMW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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