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P7 KSY

1998 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

88,018 mi
Last recorded88,018 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP7 KSY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 88,018 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 86,423 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 85,104 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 83,117 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 81,479 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 80,137 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 78,938 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 77,371 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 76,128 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 75,273 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 74,291 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 73,489 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 72,577 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 71,794 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 71,021 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 71,021 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)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 70,322 miles

surface corrosion to both rear outer sills

Fail 3 Nov 2010 70,312 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brake discs corroded on inner surfaces

front inner brake pads wearing thin

surface corrosion to both rear outer sills

Pass 21 Oct 2009 66,818 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 63,911 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 59,048 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 53,307 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 53,307 miles

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 Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b) DANGEROUS

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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P7 KSY is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 P7 KSY, 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 P7 KSY registered?

P7 KSY is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 March 1998.

Is P7 KSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P7 KSY shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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