CarVerify

Free Car Check

H891 AGF

1997 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

126,344 mi
Last recorded126,344 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationH891 AGF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 126,344 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 124,785 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 123,396 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 123,382 miles

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front ball joint dust cover perishing

engine oil leak

floor corroded

floor heavily damaged

gearbox oil leak

steering rack damp

suspension corroded

under body corrosion

Pass 21 Apr 2023 122,062 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2022 121,320 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 22 Apr 2022 121,320 miles

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

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 119,936 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 118,480 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 116,940 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 116,940 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2015 116,678 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 116,270 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 115,448 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 115,448 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 114,800 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 113,843 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 112,857 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 112,057 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 109,534 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 107,036 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 104,552 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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

H891 AGF is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 H891 AGF, 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

How do I check the history of H891 AGF?

You can check the full history of H891 AGF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was H891 AGF registered?

H891 AGF is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 July 1997.

Is H891 AGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H891 AGF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H891 AGF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on H891 AGF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.