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J584 BJN

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

206,614 mi
Last recorded206,614 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ584 BJN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 206,614 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 200,723 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 199,116 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 198,117 miles

Offside Front seatbelt buckle return spring weak

Pass 17 Jun 2022 194,689 miles

wiper blades smeary

Pass 18 Jun 2021 190,670 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 188,896 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 187,738 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 184,904 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 178,541 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 176,098 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 172,807 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 167,741 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 164,862 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jun 2012 158,718 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 158,684 miles

Front registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 150,968 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 144,534 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 140,407 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 133,991 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 118,155 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 113,996 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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J584 BJN is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 J584 BJN, 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 J584 BJN registered?

J584 BJN is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 June 1998.

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