1998 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · R432 BAW
1998 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30 Jan 1998. Recorded mileage 73,157 miles. MOT valid until 07 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,157 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
R432 BAW Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2026
- 73,157 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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R432 BAW Mileage History
- 14/02/202272,852 mi
- 13/09/202272,862 mi+10 mi
- 04/04/202673,118 mi+256 mi
- 09/04/202673,157 mi+39 mi
Average of roughly 74 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
R432 BAW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Mazda Mx-5 (R432 BAW) between February 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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