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N25 JMA

1998 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

52,150 mi
Last recorded52,150 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN25 JMA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 52,150 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 51,824 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 51,618 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 51,339 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 51,231 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 50,974 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 50,763 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 50,014 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 48,994 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 47,370 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2015 46,693 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 25 Nov 2015 46,688 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 May 2015 43,390 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Fail 20 May 2015 43,386 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 15 May 2014 38,204 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 15 May 2014 38,204 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 37,789 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 17 Dec 2013 37,789 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 36,185 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 33,120 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 33,120 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 31,140 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 29,438 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 27,273 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 25,044 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 22,584 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 19,044 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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N25 JMA is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 N25 JMA, 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 N25 JMA registered?

N25 JMA is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 June 1998.

Is N25 JMA safe to buy?

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