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K295 XHA

1998 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,928 mi
Last recorded112,928 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK295 XHA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2021 112,928 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive of sill slight corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive of sill slight corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2021 112,928 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive of sill slight corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive of sill slight corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 109,856 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some (1.1.11 (c))

n/s handbrake could be better

Pass 1 Jun 2018 109,088 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

n/s handbrake could be better

Pass 5 Apr 2017 108,515 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

slight corrosion to some brake pipes

Pass 2 Nov 2015 107,474 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 106,585 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 106,585 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 103,583 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 102,646 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 101,568 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 99,528 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

cut on nearside front tyre outer wall

Pass 16 Sep 2010 99,528 miles

Oil leak

cut on nearside front tyre outer wall

Pass 16 Jun 2007 97,738 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 96,133 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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K295 XHA is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K295 XHA, 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 K295 XHA registered?

K295 XHA is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is K295 XHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K295 XHA shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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