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S867 JMO

1998 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

48,979 mi
Last recorded48,979 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2020
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS867 JMO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2020 48,979 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 46,820 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 44,955 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 43,346 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 43,346 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 42,843 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 40,271 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 36,192 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 32,132 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 29,176 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 27,625 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 27,015 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2008 25,830 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 24,234 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 23,200 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 21,833 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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S867 JMO is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 S867 JMO, 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 S867 JMO registered?

S867 JMO is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 August 1998.

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The MOT history for S867 JMO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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