MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
179,726 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
All four tyres aged
Headlamp retract switch inoperative
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Offside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?
Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VAZ 1163 is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 VAZ 1163, 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 VAZ 1163?
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What year was VAZ 1163 registered?
VAZ 1163 is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 October 1998.
Is VAZ 1163 safe to buy?
The MOT history for VAZ 1163 shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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