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J888 TOY

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

63,149 mi
Last recorded63,149 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ888 TOY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 63,149 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 62,795 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2025 62,785 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 60,527 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 60,443 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 60,394 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 60,209 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 59,583 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 59,076 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 58,378 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 57,840 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 57,095 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 56,498 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 55,930 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 55,117 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 54,469 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 53,509 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 52,292 miles

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

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

offside rear sill showing signs of corrosion

Pass 12 Jun 2009 49,339 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 49,339 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 45,535 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 43,796 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2007 43,796 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 42,744 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2005 41,653 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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J888 TOY is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 J888 TOY, 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 J888 TOY registered?

J888 TOY is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 March 1998.

Is J888 TOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J888 TOY shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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