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LXI 3327

1997 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

69,860 mi
Last recorded69,860 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLXI 3327
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 69,860 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2025 69,860 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 68,884 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2024 68,884 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 67,988 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 67,343 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 66,814 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2021 66,814 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 66,295 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 65,423 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Sill poor condition

Offside Rear Outer Sill poor condition

Pass 5 Nov 2018 64,527 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 63,485 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 62,579 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 62,578 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 62,097 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 62,096 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 61,142 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 60,465 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 58,925 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 56,261 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 53,546 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 50,841 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 47,590 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 44,435 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 41,307 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 38,028 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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LXI 3327 is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 LXI 3327, 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 LXI 3327?

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What year was LXI 3327 registered?

LXI 3327 is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 November 1997.

Is LXI 3327 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LXI 3327 shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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