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S454 BRP

1998 Mazda MX-5

Gold Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

151,934 mi
Last recorded151,934 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS454 BRP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 151,934 miles

os window inop

osr outer cill

poor beam pattern headlights

slight blow rear exhaust

Pass 20 Jun 2017 145,636 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 137,108 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 127,423 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 113,613 miles

general condition represents the age of the vehcile

Pass 20 Jun 2013 103,650 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 88,823 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2011 79,327 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 75,004 miles

corrosion rear discs

repair to o/s outer sill

Pass 22 Jun 2009 72,702 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 71,653 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 71,653 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 66,939 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2006 58,645 miles

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

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

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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S454 BRP is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Gold with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 S454 BRP, 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

How do I check the history of S454 BRP?

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What year was S454 BRP registered?

S454 BRP is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 August 1998.

Is S454 BRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S454 BRP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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