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MAZ 558

1998 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

44,912 mi
Last recorded44,912 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2024
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAZ 558
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2024 44,912 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 44,737 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 44,526 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed restricting checks.

Pass 23 Sep 2021 43,746 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Rear of sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Rear of sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2021 43,746 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Rear of sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Rear of sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 43,324 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 42,952 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 42,149 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2018 42,149 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 40,861 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Aug 2017 40,861 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 39,192 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 39,192 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 37,246 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 35,314 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 33,150 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 24,492 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 20,784 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 16,207 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 13,525 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 10,324 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 10,320 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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MAZ 558 is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MAZ 558, 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 MAZ 558 registered?

MAZ 558 is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is MAZ 558 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAZ 558 shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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