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R107 LGT

1998 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

121,133 mi
Last recorded121,133 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR107 LGT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Fail 25 Jun 2026 121,133 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 113,108 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2025 113,106 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Jun 2024 107,027 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 101,243 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

all suspension bushes worn/cracking

general corrosion to bottom of vehicle

Fail 30 May 2023 101,242 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill/wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill corroded but no hole (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

all suspension bushes worn/cracked

lots of underbody general corrosion, suspension arms, split pins, drop links etc

n/s parking brake effort low

Pass 7 Jun 2022 97,997 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 96,687 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 96,687 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 96,214 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 94,874 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 93,479 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 92,445 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 90,899 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 90,178 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside and offside outer sill/wheel arches corroded

various suspension components corroding

Fail 2 Jul 2014 90,168 miles

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside and offside outer sill/wheel arches corroded

various suspension components corroding

Pass 8 Jul 2013 89,627 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 85,750 miles

BOOT PRESCRIBED AREA NOT PRESENTED EMPTY FOR MOT TEST

Fail 16 Jul 2011 81,080 miles

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 81,080 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 78,421 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 78,421 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 70,635 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 73,769 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 72,201 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 63,042 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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R107 LGT is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 R107 LGT, 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.

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R107 LGT is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 January 1998.

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