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H640 KGS

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

222,671 mi
Last recorded222,671 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2020
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH640 KGS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2020 222,671 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 207,863 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 192,643 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 172,701 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 153,085 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 149,624 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 148,739 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 148,223 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 145,559 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 137,746 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 129,734 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 119,444 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 110,585 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 103,346 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 93,770 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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H640 KGS is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 H640 KGS, 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 H640 KGS registered?

H640 KGS is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is H640 KGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for H640 KGS shows 15 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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