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M5 AFJ

1998 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,324 mi
Last recorded63,324 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 AFJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 13 May 2026 63,324 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 63,201 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 63,053 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 62,926 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 62,455 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 62,022 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 61,786 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 61,537 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 61,333 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 60,883 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 60,645 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 60,182 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 59,735 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 59,391 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 58,669 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 58,469 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 58,020 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 57,708 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 56,923 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 55,921 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 54,856 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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M5 AFJ is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M5 AFJ, 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 M5 AFJ registered?

M5 AFJ is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 April 1998.

Is M5 AFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 AFJ shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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