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K524 GSH

1998 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

199,501 mi
Last recorded199,501 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK524 GSH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 199,501 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2026 199,500 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2025 198,255 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2025 198,255 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2023 197,570 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened general corrosion to sub frame and components but not affecting structural strength (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 196,307 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 195,635 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 194,734 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 193,113 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 191,346 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 190,200 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Feb 2017 190,193 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 188,755 miles

advise near side and off side tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 4 Feb 2015 187,766 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 187,099 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Dec 2012 186,472 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 185,002 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2011 185,002 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (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 2010 184,029 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 181,139 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 179,017 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 171,741 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 165,761 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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K524 GSH is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 K524 GSH, 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 K524 GSH registered?

K524 GSH is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 May 1998.

Is K524 GSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K524 GSH shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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