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MAZ 7525

1998 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

131,765 mi
Last recorded131,765 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAZ 7525
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2024 131,765 miles

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

surface corrosion evident on under body and components

Pass 19 Aug 2022 130,742 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2021 129,046 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear exhaust join very rusty but not blowing

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2021 129,046 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear exhaust join very rusty but not blowing

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 125,955 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 125,955 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 123,003 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 121,112 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 119,227 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 114,859 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 107,553 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 104,561 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 99,126 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 91,519 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2007 91,519 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 83,763 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 7525 is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 7525, 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 7525 registered?

MAZ 7525 is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 August 1998.

Is MAZ 7525 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAZ 7525 shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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