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CAZ 3634

1997 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

41,204 mi
Last recorded41,204 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAZ 3634
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 41,204 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 39,650 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 37,678 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 35,790 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 34,039 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 32,156 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 30,649 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 28,939 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 25,839 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 23,306 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 21,172 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 19,361 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 17,468 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 16,013 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 16,013 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 15,548 miles

slight corrosion to o/s sill

smal exhaust leak at back box

Pass 12 Dec 2008 15,111 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 14,417 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 13,598 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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CAZ 3634 is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc 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 CAZ 3634, 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

How do I check the history of CAZ 3634?

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What year was CAZ 3634 registered?

CAZ 3634 is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is CAZ 3634 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAZ 3634 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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