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K495 SWP

1998 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

142,001 mi
Last recorded142,001 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2016
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK495 SWP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2016 142,001 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 138,789 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 134,197 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2014 134,197 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 129,930 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 125,808 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2011 121,257 miles

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

o/s n/s rear discs signs of surface rust

Pass 5 Jan 2011 116,468 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 111,038 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 111,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 109,894 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 95,638 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 90,647 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 88,321 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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K495 SWP is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 K495 SWP, 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 K495 SWP registered?

K495 SWP is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 October 1998.

Is K495 SWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K495 SWP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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