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K227 SLY

1998 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

129,399 mi
Last recorded129,399 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK227 SLY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 129,399 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 129,374 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2022 129,095 miles

Nearside Front Lower wing corroded

Nearside Front brake binding

Offside Front Lower wing corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2021 129,034 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 128,929 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 128,689 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 128,179 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 127,906 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 127,591 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 127,128 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 126,678 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 126,678 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 May 2013 126,083 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 126,083 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2012 125,127 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 124,474 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 124,038 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 123,263 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 122,558 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 121,861 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 112,773 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 16 Jan 2006 112,773 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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K227 SLY is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 K227 SLY, 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.

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What year was K227 SLY registered?

K227 SLY is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 March 1998.

Is K227 SLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K227 SLY shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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