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P199 LKM

1997 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,177 mi
Last recorded71,177 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP199 LKM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2025 71,177 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 68,550 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 68,453 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 67,959 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 67,458 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 66,854 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 66,327 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2019 64,889 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 63,645 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 62,304 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 60,243 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 59,144 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 57,595 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 54,812 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 53,086 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 50,021 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 48,130 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 46,473 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 44,992 miles

advise nearside rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 10 Jan 2007 43,214 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2006 41,667 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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P199 LKM is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 P199 LKM, 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 P199 LKM registered?

P199 LKM is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P199 LKM safe to buy?

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