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M2 GVE

1997 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,080 mi
Last recorded21,080 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM2 GVE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 23 May 2026 21,080 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 20,875 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 20,849 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 20,708 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 20,494 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 20,369 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 20,257 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 19,999 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 19,764 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 19,544 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 19,288 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 18,977 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 18,855 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 17,609 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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M2 GVE is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 M2 GVE, 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 M2 GVE registered?

M2 GVE is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is M2 GVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M2 GVE shows 14 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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