MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
78,544 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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
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
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
both front headlights deteriated but not affecting beam image
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
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)
Oil leak
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
both front brake discs corroded.
How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?
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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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