CarVerify

Free Car Check

H157 JLC

1998 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1600cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

239,126 mi
Last recorded239,126 miles
Recorded on27 May 2023
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

RegistrationH157 JLC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2023 239,126 miles

General corrosion to under side of vehicle

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Covered in filler (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Covered in filler (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2022 238,806 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 238,586 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 236,982 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 235,290 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 217,434 miles

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

coil spring corroded all four (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 203,727 miles

coil spring corroded all four (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 193,567 miles

coil spring corroded all four (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 26 Nov 2014 186,231 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

tyre walls starting to crack

Pass 26 Nov 2014 186,231 miles

tyre walls starting to crack

Pass 18 Dec 2013 181,400 miles

Centre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 18 Dec 2013 181,400 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 177,151 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 173,870 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 173,864 miles

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

rear brake discs corroded

rear fog lamp security only just acceptable

rear shock absorbers corroded

small hole in n/s/r wheel arch closing panel

Pass 8 Jun 2010 168,263 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 162,761 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 158,632 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 150,832 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear mudguard insecure

long travel on parking brake.

offside front brake slight distortion

rear springs corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2006 145,269 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2005 145,266 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

H157 JLC is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 H157 JLC, 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 H157 JLC?

You can check the full history of H157 JLC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was H157 JLC registered?

H157 JLC is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 October 1998.

Is H157 JLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H157 JLC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H157 JLC 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 H157 JLC. 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.