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A12 WOB

1997 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

125,993 mi
Last recorded125,993 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 WOB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 125,993 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2026 125,993 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 124,237 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 122,368 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 120,445 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 119,193 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 117,895 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 117,334 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 116,380 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 114,777 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2015 114,699 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 114,579 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 114,539 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 114,307 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 114,013 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 113,595 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 113,521 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 112,682 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 108,266 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 105,917 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 105,869 miles

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 102,550 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 94,711 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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A12 WOB is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1997 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 85,711 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 A12 WOB, 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 29 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A12 WOB registered?

A12 WOB is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 October 1997.

Is A12 WOB safe to buy?

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