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F2 MXV

1997 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,653 mi
Last recorded41,653 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF2 MXV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 41,653 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 41,010 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 40,787 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 40,785 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 40,398 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 40,398 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 40,030 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 40,028 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 40,028 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 39,689 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 39,029 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 38,195 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 37,292 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 35,910 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 35,910 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 34,675 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 33,660 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 31,294 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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F2 MXV is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in White with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F2 MXV, 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 F2 MXV registered?

F2 MXV is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is F2 MXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F2 MXV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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