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H641 PBR

1998 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

142,402 mi
Last recorded142,402 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2012
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH641 PBR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2012 142,402 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 130,277 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

advise signs of corrosion on car

Pass 12 Feb 2010 127,683 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 123,577 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 123,600 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/r outer sill corroded

Pass 15 Feb 2008 117,811 miles

advise signs of corrosion on brake pipes

Fail 23 Feb 2007 110,103 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 110,103 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 103,013 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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H641 PBR is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 H641 PBR, 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 H641 PBR registered?

H641 PBR is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 December 1998.

Is H641 PBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H641 PBR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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