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M991 GGT

1998 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

91,042 mi
Last recorded91,042 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM991 GGT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 91,042 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2025 90,257 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 89,852 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 89,509 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 88,870 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 88,379 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 88,379 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2019 87,244 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2018 86,251 miles

Front Oil leak

Pass 11 May 2017 85,404 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 85,404 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 84,518 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 82,752 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 82,237 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 79,898 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 76,525 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 72,131 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 64,905 miles

nearside rear brake binding on slightly

rear brake pads appear worn low but serviceable

Pass 13 Feb 2009 61,136 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 58,226 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 55,629 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 53,134 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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M991 GGT is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc 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 M991 GGT, 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.

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What year was M991 GGT registered?

M991 GGT is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is M991 GGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M991 GGT 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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