MOT Status
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104,799 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)
Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
engine oil leak
gearbox oil leak
nearside rear tyre showing signs of cracking
offside front tyre getting low
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
engine oil leak
gearbox oil leak
nearside rear tyre showing signs of cracking
offside front tyre getting low
gearbox oil leak
slight engine oil leak
some corrosion rear subframe and rear wishbones
Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
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J997 EWT is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.
Across all 2005 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 56,278 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 J997 EWT, 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 21 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was J997 EWT registered?
J997 EWT is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 April 2005.
Is J997 EWT safe to buy?
The MOT history for J997 EWT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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