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S524 RNT

1998 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

97,729 mi
Last recorded97,729 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS524 RNT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 97,729 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2025 97,705 miles

Power steering component leaking major leak in engine compartment (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 96,216 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 95,081 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 90,657 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 88,681 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 87,191 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 84,754 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 83,411 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 80,206 miles

Both wiper blades split

Fail 4 Jul 2013 80,205 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Both wiper blades split

DANGER NOTE ISSUED ON BRAKES

Pass 28 May 2012 78,855 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 78,872 miles

front to rear metal brake pipe slightly corroded

offside outersill slightly corroded

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2009 78,526 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 23 Apr 2009 77,697 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 77,158 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 1 Feb 2008 77,155 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 75,410 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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S524 RNT is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S524 RNT, 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 S524 RNT?

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What year was S524 RNT registered?

S524 RNT is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 8 October 1998.

Is S524 RNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S524 RNT shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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