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LJZ 1495

1997 Mazda MX-5

Red Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,613 mi
Last recorded114,613 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJZ 1495
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 114,613 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 113,980 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 113,966 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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LJZ 1495 is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LJZ 1495, 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 LJZ 1495 registered?

LJZ 1495 is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 3 February 1997.

Is LJZ 1495 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJZ 1495 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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