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P350 LOE

1997 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

48,842 mi
Last recorded48,842 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP350 LOE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 48,842 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2025 33,986 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 33,538 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 33,187 miles

Both rear outer sills corroded

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded All coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Off side front, both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Off side front (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 32,964 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 32,335 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 31,701 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 30,688 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 29,871 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 29,266 miles

Front wipers slightly streaky

N/S/R reflector covered with tape

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 28,763 miles

Chassis damaged - no rust or cracks

Pass 11 Sep 2013 28,158 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 27,549 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 26,796 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 26,113 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 25,400 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 24,794 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 24,248 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 24,248 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 23,338 miles

front number plate cracked thru digit

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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P350 LOE is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 P350 LOE, 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 P350 LOE?

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What year was P350 LOE registered?

P350 LOE is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 March 1997.

Is P350 LOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P350 LOE shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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