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J33 KOP

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,221 mi
Last recorded151,221 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ33 KOP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2023 151,221 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 147,568 miles

Nearside front forward outer chassis section corroded.

Fail 1 Jun 2022 147,568 miles

Central Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside front forward outer chassis section corroded.

Pass 1 Apr 2021 139,857 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive boot floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2021 139,857 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive boot floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 134,513 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 130,619 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 128,807 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 127,352 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 126,158 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 30 May 2012 123,460 miles

all brake discs corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2010 121,914 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 119,173 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 119,173 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 113,772 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 113,772 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 109,336 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 109,336 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 107,859 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 107,859 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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J33 KOP is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J33 KOP, 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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J33 KOP is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 October 1998.

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