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MXI 5151

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1090cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

93,970 mi
Last recorded93,970 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMXI 5151
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,090cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 93,970 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 93,332 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 92,902 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Aug 2023 92,902 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 92,017 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 91,004 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 90,254 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 89,921 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 89,195 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 87,765 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 86,353 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 85,585 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 85,007 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 84,022 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2012 83,360 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 82,326 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 81,644 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 15 Aug 2009 80,956 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 79,351 miles

all four tyres slightly worn on inside edges

Fail 16 Aug 2008 79,351 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all four tyres slightly worn on inside edges

Pass 18 Aug 2007 78,169 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 77,524 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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MXI 5151 is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,090cc 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 MXI 5151, 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 MXI 5151 registered?

MXI 5151 is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 August 1998.

Is MXI 5151 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MXI 5151 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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