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K202 URT

1998 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

223,528 mi
Last recorded223,528 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK202 URT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 223,528 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside steering rack gaiter deteriorated

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 201,222 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 184,198 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 169,214 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 161,714 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 150,481 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end gaiter perished

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end gaiter perished

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 149,925 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 149,060 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 146,123 miles

emissions close to limits

Pass 26 Mar 2015 144,341 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 144,341 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 143,161 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 142,845 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 27 May 2008 141,794 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 141,752 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 141,513 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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K202 URT is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 K202 URT, 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 K202 URT registered?

K202 URT is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 June 1998.

Is K202 URT safe to buy?

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