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J298 SWL

1992 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

152,821 mi
Last recorded152,821 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ298 SWL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2018 152,821 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 151,604 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 148,996 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 149,767 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 149,767 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Jun 2014 148,209 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 148,209 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 147,953 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 146,453 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 143,907 miles

both rear tyres worn close to markers

offside and nearside front tyres starting to crack

rear suspention starting to rust

Pass 26 Feb 2010 140,701 miles

rear brake discs in poor condition

Pass 16 Feb 2009 136,574 miles

front number plate slightly faded

Pass 21 Feb 2008 131,080 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2006 129,348 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 129,348 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Centre Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2005 128,607 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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J298 SWL is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1992 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 116,364 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 J298 SWL, 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 34 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J298 SWL registered?

J298 SWL is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 May 1992.

Is J298 SWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J298 SWL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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