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S595 JDF

1998 Mazda MX-5

Gold Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,881 mi
Last recorded30,881 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS595 JDF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 30,881 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 30,088 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 29,250 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 28,816 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH . (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 28,244 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 27,720 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 27,250 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 26,816 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 26,335 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 25,747 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 25,239 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 24,495 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 23,819 miles

slight bind to off side front brake,

Pass 26 Jul 2013 22,989 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 22,989 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

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

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 22,184 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 21,434 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 20,696 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 20,696 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

n/s wiper blade split

puncture in o/s/r tyre (flat)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 19,882 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 19,882 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 19,027 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 17,974 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 16,724 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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S595 JDF is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Gold with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S595 JDF, 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

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What year was S595 JDF registered?

S595 JDF is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S595 JDF safe to buy?

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