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P197 KDP

1997 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

62,164 mi
Last recorded62,164 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP197 KDP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 62,164 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 60,835 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 59,222 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 58,149 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 56,220 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 55,019 miles

Offside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Affected by indicator/hazards (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 53,949 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 52,161 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

handbrake travel long

Pass 1 Sep 2017 50,168 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 48,198 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 46,657 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 45,361 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2013 44,018 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 43,183 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 42,137 miles

Slight corrosion on osr wing panel over sill.

Fail 26 Jul 2011 42,135 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Slight corrosion on osr wing panel over sill.

Pass 26 Jul 2010 40,900 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 39,489 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 37,228 miles

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE WORN CLOSE TO LIMIT

Pass 25 Jul 2007 34,093 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 31,387 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 31,385 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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P197 KDP is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P197 KDP, 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 P197 KDP registered?

P197 KDP is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P197 KDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P197 KDP shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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