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P26 MOW

1997 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,355 mi
Last recorded32,355 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP26 MOW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2026 32,355 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 27,628 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 25,018 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 23,872 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 23,477 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 May 2021 22,811 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 22,004 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 21,901 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 21,775 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 21,424 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 20,707 miles

cut in the o/s/front tyre no cords.

Pass 6 Jul 2012 20,407 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 19,985 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 19,195 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 18,941 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 17,410 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 17,102 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 15,765 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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P26 MOW is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 P26 MOW, 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 P26 MOW registered?

P26 MOW is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P26 MOW shows 18 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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