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P26 VNY

1997 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

87,566 mi
Last recorded87,566 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP26 VNY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2014 87,566 miles

horn control non standard

slight brake judder / vibration noted on road test

Fail 20 Jun 2014 87,566 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

horn control non standard

slight brake judder / vibration noted on road test

Fail 7 Jun 2014 87,396 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Fail 1 Jul 2013 83,722 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

traction control light on

Pass 1 Jul 2013 83,722 miles

traction control light on

Fail 4 Apr 2011 83,691 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 82,363 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 82,363 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Extensive surface rust on suspension components

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 80,497 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 78,520 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 74,731 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 68,825 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 VNY is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VNY, 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.

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What year was P26 VNY registered?

P26 VNY is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 February 1997.

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