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H8 EWV

1997 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,081 mi
Last recorded61,081 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH8 EWV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 61,081 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Underside of vehicle covered with underseal

Pass 10 Aug 2024 61,307 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

underside of vehicle undersealed

Fail 10 Aug 2024 61,307 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

underside of vehicle undersealed

Pass 6 Jul 2023 60,441 miles

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

underside of vehicle undersealed

Fail 6 Jul 2023 60,441 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

underside of vehicle undersealed

Pass 8 Jul 2022 59,805 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 59,518 miles

non standard suspension

underside heavily undersealed

Pass 5 May 2020 59,058 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 58,783 miles

suspension components corroded

Pass 29 May 2018 58,494 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 58,365 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 58,123 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 57,426 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 56,895 miles

non standard suspension springs and shock absorbers fitted

Fail 16 May 2014 56,895 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

non standard suspension springs and shock absorbers fitted

Pass 31 May 2013 54,321 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 53,257 miles

exhaust corroded but sound

vehicle corroded underside but sound

Fail 25 May 2012 53,257 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

exhaust corroded but sound

vehicle corroded underside but sound

Pass 25 May 2011 57,856 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 48,624 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 43,917 miles

os wiper blade damaged

Pass 1 May 2008 38,895 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 32,542 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 27,422 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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H8 EWV is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 H8 EWV, 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 H8 EWV registered?

H8 EWV is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 February 1997.

Is H8 EWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H8 EWV shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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