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B6 CPL

1997 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,600 mi
Last recorded19,600 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB6 CPL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 19,600 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 19,481 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 19,272 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 18,624 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 18,433 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 18,130 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 17,870 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 17,472 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 17,396 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 17,019 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 16,854 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 16,332 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 16,007 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 15,472 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 15,118 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 14,371 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 13,931 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 13,524 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 13,424 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 13,308 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 12,626 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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B6 CPL is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc 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 B6 CPL, 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 B6 CPL registered?

B6 CPL is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 March 1997.

Is B6 CPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B6 CPL 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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