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P244 YWX

1997 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

5,974 mi
Last recorded5,974 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP244 YWX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 5,974 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 5,062 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 4,099 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 3,967 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2023 3,967 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements discoloured (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements discoloured (0.1 (d))

Pass 23 Jun 2011 3,944 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 3,930 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 3,926 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 3,660 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 3,577 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 3,317 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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P244 YWX is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 P244 YWX, 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 P244 YWX registered?

P244 YWX is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 June 1997.

Is P244 YWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P244 YWX shows 11 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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