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B19 SJB

1997 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

60,022 mi
Last recorded60,022 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB19 SJB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 60,022 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 59,887 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 59,828 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 59,746 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 59,660 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 59,488 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 59,166 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 58,742 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 58,575 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 58,433 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 58,182 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 58,058 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 57,726 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 57,404 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 56,525 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 56,515 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 54,108 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 52,737 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 50,369 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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B19 SJB is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 B19 SJB, 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 B19 SJB registered?

B19 SJB is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is B19 SJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B19 SJB shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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