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S663 JLJ

1998 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,587 mi
Last recorded64,587 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2024
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS663 JLJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2024 64,587 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 64,288 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 63,351 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 63,169 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 61,551 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 61,300 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 61,242 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 60,998 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear tyres cracking slightly on side walls

Pass 3 May 2007 60,379 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 55,669 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2005 51,915 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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S663 JLJ is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S663 JLJ, 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 S663 JLJ registered?

S663 JLJ is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S663 JLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S663 JLJ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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