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M50 XPA

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

59,704 mi
Last recorded59,704 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM50 XPA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 59,704 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 59,653 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 59,359 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 59,134 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 58,740 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 58,428 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 57,779 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 57,151 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 57,147 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 56,613 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 55,730 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 54,823 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 53,709 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 53,709 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 May 2014 52,429 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2014 52,429 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 50,052 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 May 2013 50,052 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 May 2012 48,550 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 47,161 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 45,566 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 45,566 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 43,243 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 41,299 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2007 38,536 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 36,600 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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M50 XPA is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 M50 XPA, 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

How do I check the history of M50 XPA?

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What year was M50 XPA registered?

M50 XPA is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 January 1998.

Is M50 XPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M50 XPA shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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