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UBZ 5925

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

215,727 mi
Last recorded215,727 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBZ 5925
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 215,727 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 211,064 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 204,984 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 196,824 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 189,975 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 181,411 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 181,379 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 176,583 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 178,647 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 172,920 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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UBZ 5925 is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UBZ 5925, 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 UBZ 5925?

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What year was UBZ 5925 registered?

UBZ 5925 is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is UBZ 5925 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBZ 5925 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UBZ 5925 have outstanding finance?

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