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S87 WAK

1998 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,093 mi
Last recorded16,093 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS87 WAK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2025 16,093 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 15,818 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 15,811 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 15,487 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 14,971 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 14,875 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 14,388 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 13,961 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 13,865 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 12,654 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 12,306 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 11,639 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 11,171 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 10,717 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 9,870 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 7,011 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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S87 WAK is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 S87 WAK, 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

How do I check the history of S87 WAK?

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What year was S87 WAK registered?

S87 WAK is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S87 WAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S87 WAK shows 16 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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