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H187 FPX

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,674 mi
Last recorded99,674 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2022
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH187 FPX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2022 99,674 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre system (6.1.2 (a))

creek on steering not finding any defects

undersealed to underside

Pass 4 Jun 2021 99,432 miles

both front tyres have early signs of cracking on tread

underside of vehicle has been undersealed

Fail 4 Jun 2021 99,432 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

both front tyres have early signs of cracking on tread

underside of vehicle has been undersealed

Pass 26 Jun 2019 98,396 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 97,106 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undersealed to the underside

Pass 15 Jun 2017 95,321 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 92,635 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2016 92,635 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 89,757 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 87,382 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 87,309 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 86,232 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 86,232 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Dec 2009
Pass 25 Jul 2008 84,177 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 82,767 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 82,767 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 80,073 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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H187 FPX 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 77.8%.

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 H187 FPX, 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.

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What year was H187 FPX registered?

H187 FPX is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 July 1998.

Is H187 FPX safe to buy?

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