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P250 XNP

1997 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,467 mi
Last recorded18,467 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP250 XNP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2025 18,467 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 18,459 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 18,448 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 18,325 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 18,053 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 18,034 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 17,900 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 17,881 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 17,819 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 17,739 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 17,614 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 17,568 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 17,642 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 17,533 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 17,509 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 17,497 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 17,268 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 17,181 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 16,984 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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P250 XNP is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 P250 XNP, 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 P250 XNP registered?

P250 XNP is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 June 1997.

Is P250 XNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P250 XNP shows 19 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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