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A17 RGB

1997 Mazda MX5

White Other 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

67,925 mi
Last recorded67,925 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX5113,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 RGB
MakeMazda
ModelMX5
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 67,925 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 66,501 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 65,401 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 64,236 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 62,060 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2021 61,909 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 58,953 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 57,460 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 56,393 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX5?

Based on 3,499 MOT tests across 291 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
2,660
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 64
fog lamp not working 61
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
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A17 RGB is a 1997 Mazda MX5 in White with a 1,597cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Mazda MX5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 113,018 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A17 RGB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda MX5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A17 RGB registered?

A17 RGB is a 1997 Mazda MX5, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is A17 RGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 RGB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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