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S932 AAN

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

67,404 mi
Last recorded67,404 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS932 AAN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 67,404 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2025 67,404 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Fail 5 Nov 2025 67,325 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 67,278 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 2 Oct 2024 64,442 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Oct 2024 64,441 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 62,247 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Long parking brake travel

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 60,745 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 58,511 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 55,912 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 55,904 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 53,681 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside rear outer sill corroded

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 50,983 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside rear outer sill corroded

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 48,769 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front and rear (3.5.1g)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 45,920 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 43,269 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 45,146 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)

front tyres perished

Fail 27 Aug 2013 34,941 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 34,941 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 27,367 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 21,667 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 18,944 miles

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 17,522 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 15,891 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 14,153 miles

Front tyres worn on edges

Pass 21 Aug 2006 12,621 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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S932 AAN is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 S932 AAN, 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 S932 AAN registered?

S932 AAN is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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