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HEK 8T

1997 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,888 mi
Last recorded77,888 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEK 8T
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2025 77,888 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 76,673 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 75,085 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 72,287 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 69,486 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 69,481 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 68,452 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 68,432 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 68,417 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2013 67,777 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 67,767 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 67,706 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 67,538 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 67,335 miles

near an off side rear sils starting to rust

Pass 7 Feb 2008 67,029 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 65,657 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 131,636 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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HEK 8T is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HEK 8T, 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 HEK 8T?

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What year was HEK 8T registered?

HEK 8T is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is HEK 8T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEK 8T shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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