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H217 OEE

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

107,832 mi
Last recorded107,832 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH217 OEE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 107,832 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 105,813 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 97,661 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 97,643 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 97,186 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 May 2018 97,004 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2017 96,634 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2016 94,067 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 91,396 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 May 2015 91,396 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2014 88,796 miles

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

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

Fail 23 May 2014 88,796 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2013 86,598 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 26 May 2012 84,647 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 21 May 2011 82,437 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 82,437 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2010 80,216 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 80,213 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2009 77,362 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 74,004 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 70,706 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 67,325 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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H217 OEE is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 H217 OEE, 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 H217 OEE registered?

H217 OEE is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is H217 OEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H217 OEE shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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