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K507 PFB

1998 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

147,345 mi
Last recorded147,345 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK507 PFB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 1 Oct 2025 147,345 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill/arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 143,738 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Sep 2024 143,731 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 137,598 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 131,692 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 126,035 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 125,262 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 122,114 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 119,815 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 118,835 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 118,830 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 115,676 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 113,050 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 111,161 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2009 108,839 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 103,251 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 99,066 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 93,896 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 93,896 miles

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

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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K507 PFB is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,598cc 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 K507 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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What year was K507 PFB registered?

K507 PFB is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 July 1998.

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