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G6 CFG

1997 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

74,332 mi
Last recorded74,332 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG6 CFG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Aug 2026 74,332 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 73,573 miles

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2024 71,587 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 68,521 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 65,567 miles

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 62,579 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 60,545 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 58,258 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 55,862 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 53,069 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 51,065 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 49,376 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 46,767 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 45,320 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 44,093 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 42,211 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 39,164 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 33,833 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2009 33,833 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 27,793 miles

both rear tyres getting close to limit

offside front tyre wearing on outside

Pass 24 Apr 2007 21,324 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 19,484 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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G6 CFG is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in White with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 G6 CFG, 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 G6 CFG registered?

G6 CFG is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is G6 CFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G6 CFG shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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