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K999 TJW

1998 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

134,674 mi
Last recorded134,674 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK999 TJW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 134,674 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 133,866 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive cam cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 133,176 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive cam cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 132,295 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 131,234 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 131,234 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 130,669 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 130,296 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 129,727 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 128,686 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 128,678 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 127,842 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 126,199 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 125,213 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 125,213 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 123,658 miles

Slight cracking on power steering drive belt.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 122,492 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 120,696 miles

Slight wear on n/s o/s front inner tyre treads.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 119,153 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 117,096 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 114,449 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 112,278 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2006 109,245 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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K999 TJW is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 K999 TJW, 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 K999 TJW registered?

K999 TJW is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 August 1998.

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