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S53 CGU

1998 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,544 mi
Last recorded78,544 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS53 CGU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2017 78,544 miles

N/S headlight wiring damaged causing bulb not to work. dip beam working during re-test

O/S number plate bulb not working for re-test but started working during test

corrosion to o/s/r lower arch but not within 30cm of any prescribed areas

drivers seat belt difficult to pull out, locking mechanisms constantly engages

oil leak

Fail 21 Oct 2017 78,544 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both headlights deteriorated

corrosion to o/s/r lower arch but not within 30cm of any prescribed areas

drivers seat belt difficult to pull out, locking mechanisms constantly engages

oil leak

Pass 21 Oct 2016 75,897 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front headlights deteriated but not affecting beam image

Fail 21 Oct 2016 75,897 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both front headlights deteriated but not affecting beam image

Pass 23 Oct 2015 72,035 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 71,077 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 68,315 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 66,811 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 63,722 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 59,181 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jul 2009 55,200 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 52,094 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 52,094 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 48,800 miles

both front brake discs corroded.

Pass 6 Sep 2006 48,835 miles

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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S53 CGU is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S53 CGU, 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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What year was S53 CGU registered?

S53 CGU is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S53 CGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S53 CGU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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