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M5 XKG

1998 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

76,908 mi
Last recorded76,908 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 XKG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 76,908 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2025 76,908 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 65,622 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 56,724 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease/underseal (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 1 Nov 2023 56,449 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease/underseal (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 47,523 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 44,125 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 43,487 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 42,457 miles

both rear wheel tyre treads slightly worn on inner side edge

Pass 5 Jul 2011 41,601 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 40,333 miles

off side front wheel brake binding on / slightly

Fail 17 Jul 2010 40,333 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

off side front wheel brake binding on / slightly

Pass 3 Jul 2009 37,793 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 36,853 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 36,853 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 35,963 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 34,548 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 XKG is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 XKG, 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 XKG registered?

M5 XKG is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is M5 XKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 XKG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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