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K805 SPT

1998 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

128,465 mi
Last recorded128,465 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2012
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK805 SPT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2012 128,465 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

slight damage to offside & nearside under body channeling

Fail 9 Apr 2011 127,721 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 127,721 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 127,579 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 127,579 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 127,331 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 126,954 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 126,954 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 May 2007 126,542 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 126,542 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 2 May 2006 125,589 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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K805 SPT is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K805 SPT, 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 K805 SPT registered?

K805 SPT is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 April 1998.

Is K805 SPT safe to buy?

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