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J404 WRX

1998 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,951 mi
Last recorded166,951 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ404 WRX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2025 166,951 miles

chassis rails damaged slightly

Pass 17 Aug 2024 163,121 miles

under floor chassis rails dented

Pass 1 Sep 2023 156,050 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 148,318 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 143,738 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 143,665 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 143,385 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 142,894 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 142,611 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 141,957 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 7 Aug 2007 141,755 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 141,285 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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J404 WRX is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 J404 WRX, 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 J404 WRX registered?

J404 WRX is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is J404 WRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J404 WRX shows 12 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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