CarVerify

Free Car Check

MXS 555

1996 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,453 mi
Last recorded44,453 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2024
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-586,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMXS 555
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2024 44,453 miles

brake pipes coated

Pass 16 Feb 2023 44,394 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 44,232 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 44,152 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 44,152 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2015 41,391 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 41,391 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 37,574 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 37,245 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 33,611 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 33,408 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 33,399 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 33,213 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 32,814 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 32,501 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 28,945 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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MXS 555 is a 1996 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 86,097 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 MXS 555, 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 30 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MXS 555?

You can check the full history of MXS 555 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MXS 555 registered?

MXS 555 is a 1996 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 June 1996.

Is MXS 555 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MXS 555 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MXS 555 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MXS 555. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.