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J6 MXV

1998 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,648 mi
Last recorded64,648 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ6 MXV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 64,648 miles

Offside Rear Outer Sill corroded, but not seriously weakened

Pass 30 Aug 2024 64,538 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 64,301 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 63,467 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 61,830 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 60,486 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 58,709 miles

front and rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 25 Apr 2015 56,426 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 55,151 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 53,814 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 52,569 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 51,384 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 49,765 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 46,245 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 40,980 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 33,825 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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J6 MXV is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 J6 MXV, 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 J6 MXV registered?

J6 MXV is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 3 April 1998.

Is J6 MXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J6 MXV shows 16 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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