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K701 HRP

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

124,905 mi
Last recorded124,905 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK701 HRP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 124,905 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 121,654 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 119,087 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 116,104 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 112,607 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 108,016 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 104,040 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 100,785 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 96,919 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 92,838 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 88,648 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Jul 2015 88,648 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 84,997 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 82,063 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 80,288 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 77,624 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 71,679 miles

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 69,436 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 65,766 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 57,026 miles

Steering column deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 50,964 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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K701 HRP is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 K701 HRP, 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 K701 HRP registered?

K701 HRP is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is K701 HRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K701 HRP shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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