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H442 ATV

1998 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,351 mi
Last recorded163,351 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH442 ATV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 6 Dec 2025 163,351 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 162,331 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 160,436 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2011 159,333 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

tyres have slight cracking on side walls

Pass 28 Apr 2010 155,100 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 152,966 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 151,367 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 149,684 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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H442 ATV is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H442 ATV, 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 H442 ATV registered?

H442 ATV is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is H442 ATV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H442 ATV shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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