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N8 STE

1997 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,930 mi
Last recorded15,930 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN8 STE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2019 15,930 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 15,606 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 15,692 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 15,445 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 15,319 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 15,078 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 14,912 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 14,432 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 14,143 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 13,915 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 13,429 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 7 Aug 2008 13,021 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 8 Aug 2007 12,389 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 12,072 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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N8 STE is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc 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 N8 STE, 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 N8 STE registered?

N8 STE is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 April 1997.

Is N8 STE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N8 STE 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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