MOT Status
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25,842 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside wiper slightly smeary
Offside wiper slightly smeary
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
All tyres starting to deteriorate
all tyres perished and cracking
all four tyres perished
all 4 tyres starting to perish
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
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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P278 NJN is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 P278 NJN, 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 P278 NJN?
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What year was P278 NJN registered?
P278 NJN is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 May 1997.
Is P278 NJN safe to buy?
The MOT history for P278 NJN shows 22 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 P278 NJN have outstanding finance?
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