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S686 EFC

1998 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

97,352 mi
Last recorded97,352 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS686 EFC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2021 97,352 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper and Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper and Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper and Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper and Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 97,308 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded across the rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 97,141 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 96,784 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 96,432 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 95,796 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 15 Dec 2014 95,795 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 95,784 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 95,649 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 95,351 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 94,694 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brake disc faces' corroded and pitted

Pass 30 Jul 2009 92,259 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 86,103 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 86,103 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 76,680 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 68,398 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 68,398 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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S686 EFC is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 S686 EFC, 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 S686 EFC registered?

S686 EFC is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 August 1998.

Is S686 EFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S686 EFC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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