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H718 JJA

1997 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

109,745 mi
Last recorded109,745 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH718 JJA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2022 109,745 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 109,663 miles

Underbody heavilly wax oiled

Pass 5 Jun 2015 109,598 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 109,567 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 109,455 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 108,636 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 108,636 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 108,047 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 102,691 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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H718 JJA is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 H718 JJA, 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.

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What year was H718 JJA registered?

H718 JJA is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 May 1997.

Is H718 JJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for H718 JJA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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