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H1 DXX

1997 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

85,034 mi
Last recorded85,034 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH1 DXX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 85,034 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 84,461 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 84,024 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 83,383 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2021 82,705 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 81,818 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 81,291 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 80,359 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2018 80,313 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 79,222 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 77,593 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 76,418 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 76,418 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 74,205 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 2 Sep 2014 74,205 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 71,009 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 69,262 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 67,231 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 65,230 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 64,058 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 62,843 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 61,750 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 60,106 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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H1 DXX is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 H1 DXX, 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 H1 DXX registered?

H1 DXX is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 March 1997.

Is H1 DXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H1 DXX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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