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K369 PFB

1998 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

206,587 mi
Last recorded206,587 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2021
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK369 PFB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2021 206,587 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020
Pass 31 Jul 2019 98,533 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 194,268 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 188,304 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened top and bottom arms (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened top and bottom arms (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

car has modified brakes, suspension and exhaust fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2016 187,454 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 186,987 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 185,577 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 184,931 miles

All coil springs becoming corroded, ok at present

Brake servo corroded

Handbrake performance poor n/s/r

N/s mirror is loose

Rear fog light works but is not high intensity

Steering rack gaiters becoming perished with age

Fail 16 May 2013 184,892 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

All coil springs becoming corroded, ok at present

Brake servo corroded

Handbrake performance poor n/s/r

N/s mirror is loose

Rear fog light works but is not high intensity

Steering rack gaiters becoming perished with age

Pass 21 May 2012 180,006 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 180,006 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 19 May 2011 174,308 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 174,305 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 May 2010 160,414 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 160,352 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

effort low on nearside rear park brake.

offside rear tyre on 2mm limit is 1.6mm.

Pass 8 Apr 2008 136,298 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 131,731 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 126,660 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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K369 PFB is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 K369 PFB, 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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K369 PFB is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 May 1998.

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