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R915 JFL

1998 Mazda MX5

Green Petrol 1860cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

22,208 mi
Last recorded22,208 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX5129,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR915 JFL
MakeMazda
ModelMX5
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,860cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 22,208 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2025 22,185 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 22,155 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2023 20,897 miles

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 May 2023 20,897 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2022 20,863 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 20,840 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 20,821 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 20,406 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 18,862 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 16,204 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 16,158 miles

SLIGHT WEAR ON OUTER EDGE OF N/S/F TYRE / SLIGHT CORROSION ON SUSPENSION UNITS / SLIGHT CORROSION ON O/S/R SILL / UNDER TRAY FITTED

Pass 4 Aug 2011 15,838 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 15,098 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2009 14,219 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 321,621 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 11,461 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 10,327 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX5?

Based on 3,499 MOT tests across 291 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
2,660
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 64
fog lamp not working 61
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
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R915 JFL is a 1998 Mazda MX5 in Green with a 1,860cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1998 Mazda MX5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 129,870 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R915 JFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Mazda MX5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R915 JFL registered?

R915 JFL is a 1998 Mazda MX5, first registered on 6 February 1998.

Is R915 JFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R915 JFL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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