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OIL 3732

1998 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

139,691 mi
Last recorded139,691 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIL 3732
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 139,691 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2025 139,521 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2025 139,474 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2025 139,474 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 139,425 miles

Both rear sill ends starting to show corrosion

Pass 15 Jun 2023 138,463 miles

Underside of vechical showing signs of corrosion

Pass 11 May 2022 138,400 miles

both side rear sills getting corroded

Pass 11 Jun 2021 138,363 miles

underside has general corrosion

Pass 8 Apr 2019 136,904 miles

Both rear sills bubbling

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

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

Rear chassis corrosion

Pass 31 Aug 2016 135,689 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 135,689 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 134,033 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES ARE HEAVILY PERISHED IN BETWEEN THE TREAD BUT NOT QUITE EXPOSING THE TYRE CANVAS.

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged SLIT IN HOSE (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Outer POSITION LAMP NOT WORKING BUT THERE IS STILL A SYMETRICAL PAIR.

THE EXHAUST SYSTEM PARTICULARLY THE REAR SECTIONS ARE GENERALLY CORRODED.

THE UNDER BODY PARTICULARLY AT THE REAR IS GENERALLY CORRODED.

Pass 22 May 2014 133,860 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 133,482 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 133,153 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 132,517 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 125,777 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 123,898 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 11 Aug 2008 123,898 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 123,143 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 122,714 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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OIL 3732 is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 OIL 3732, 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 OIL 3732 registered?

OIL 3732 is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 January 1998.

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