MOT Status
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68,967 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside rear lamp - water in lamp still operating correctly
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
general corrosion underside of vehicle
offside rear tyre worn
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Offside rear lamp - water in lamp still operating correctly
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
general corrosion underside of vehicle
offside rear tyre worn
How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?
Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P255 AEL is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Green 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 P255 AEL, 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
How do I check the history of P255 AEL?
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What year was P255 AEL registered?
P255 AEL is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 April 1997.
Is P255 AEL safe to buy?
The MOT history for P255 AEL 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.
Does P255 AEL have outstanding finance?
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