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K778 EGM

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

57,234 mi
Last recorded57,234 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK778 EGM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 57,234 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2025 57,234 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 57,168 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 57,111 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 56,931 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 56,831 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 56,611 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 56,466 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 56,415 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 56,288 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 56,012 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 55,938 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 55,860 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 55,802 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 55,036 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 54,895 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 54,895 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 54,889 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 54,014 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 53,549 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 52,614 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 52,016 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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K778 EGM is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 K778 EGM, 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 K778 EGM registered?

K778 EGM is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 September 1998.

Is K778 EGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K778 EGM shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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