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S65 KUA

1998 Mazda MX-5

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,179 mi
Last recorded105,179 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS65 KUA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 105,179 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 103,383 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 102,377 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 98,235 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 95,718 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 95,667 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 93,306 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 88,419 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 83,174 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 May 2008 76,814 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 76,814 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 74,295 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 70,560 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 70,519 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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S65 KUA is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S65 KUA, 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 S65 KUA registered?

S65 KUA is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 August 1998.

Is S65 KUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S65 KUA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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