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H59 CMW

1998 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

141,771 mi
Last recorded141,771 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2015
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH59 CMW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2015 141,771 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 141,745 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 27 May 2014 137,830 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2013 132,953 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2013 132,905 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 14 May 2012 128,443 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 122,269 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 115,301 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2009 109,554 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 104,823 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 99,270 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 88,737 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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H59 CMW is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 H59 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.

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What year was H59 CMW registered?

H59 CMW is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 November 1998.

Is H59 CMW safe to buy?

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