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M31 TJC

1998 Mazda MX-5

Gold Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

95,404 mi
Last recorded95,404 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM31 TJC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 95,404 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear brake pad spring insecure

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 95,213 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 94,892 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 94,888 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 94,772 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 94,551 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 93,701 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 92,750 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 90,614 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 90,126 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 87,390 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 87,390 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 85,643 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 83,522 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 80,287 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs deteriorated

Pass 11 Nov 2010 76,961 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 72,032 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 72,028 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 71,449 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 67,812 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 64,537 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 61,640 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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M31 TJC is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Gold with a 1,840cc 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 M31 TJC, 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 M31 TJC registered?

M31 TJC is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is M31 TJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M31 TJC 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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