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J47 WRX

1997 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

106,046 mi
Last recorded106,046 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ47 WRX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 106,046 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2025 105,188 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front service brake fluctuating slightly

Slight oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2024 103,531 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2023 102,929 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2023 102,877 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2022 102,834 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 102,792 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 102,746 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 102,677 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 102,629 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 101,516 miles

front brakes slightly imbalanced and fluctuating slightly

Pass 28 Apr 2016 99,851 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 97,345 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

auto gear change lever loose

Pass 24 Apr 2014 97,183 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

auto gear change lever slight sideways freeplay

Pass 11 Apr 2013 96,835 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 96,701 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 95,350 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 94,005 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 93,758 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 93,755 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 May 2008 91,786 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 91,375 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 91,084 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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J47 WRX is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 J47 WRX, 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 J47 WRX registered?

J47 WRX is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 October 1997.

Is J47 WRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J47 WRX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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