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S696 RNP

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

114,178 mi
Last recorded114,178 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2017
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS696 RNP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2017 114,178 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 108,405 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 104,228 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 99,336 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 92,472 miles

Lower engine covers fitted

Pass 11 Jun 2012 90,770 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 92,086 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 89,013 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 86,612 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 79,854 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 73,038 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 73,038 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2006 65,930 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 65,930 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 65,333 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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S696 RNP is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 S696 RNP, 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 S696 RNP registered?

S696 RNP is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 August 1998.

Is S696 RNP safe to buy?

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