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G423 OKW

1997 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

30,440 mi
Last recorded30,440 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2018
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG423 OKW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2018 30,440 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

underside and running gear corroded

Fail 4 Oct 2018 30,422 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear sills and both sides front floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

underside and running gear corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2017 30,185 miles

under floor and sills corroded

Pass 13 Sep 2016 29,512 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 28,614 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 28,606 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

coil spring broken nearside front and offside rear (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Oct 2014 28,201 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 27,445 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 27,445 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 23,321 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 22,562 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 21,926 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 21,649 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 21,146 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 20,616 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 20,607 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 19,790 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 19,790 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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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G423 OKW is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 G423 OKW, 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 G423 OKW registered?

G423 OKW is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 July 1997.

Is G423 OKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G423 OKW shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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