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B11 KEV

1997 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,977 mi
Last recorded7,977 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB11 KEV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 7,977 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 7,928 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 7,882 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 7,749 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 7,680 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 7,524 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 7,400 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 7,302 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 7,207 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 7,076 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 6,904 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 6,618 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 6,455 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 6,211 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 6,017 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 5,823 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 5,634 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 5,345 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 4,996 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 4,701 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 4,416 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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B11 KEV is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B11 KEV, 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 B11 KEV registered?

B11 KEV is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is B11 KEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B11 KEV shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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