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P468 BJT

1997 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,037 mi
Last recorded119,037 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP468 BJT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Aug 2018 119,037 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 113,867 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 May 2016 109,957 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view door (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2015 109,936 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.2.6)

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

front and rear suspension bushes worn and have slight play suspension arms rusty

Pass 17 Sep 2014 106,223 miles

all testable items inspected and found to be acceptable at time of test*

exhaust a little noisey and repaired - but ok* front anti-roll bar endlink barbushes worn* shields on underbody restrict examination* steering operation noisey suspect wear in steering rack and universal joints*slight perishing of brakehoses*

headlamp patterns a little indistinct andon aim limits* acceptable windscreen damage and wiper chaff mark* brake pedal rubber worn* significant travel on handbrake* acceptable wear/chaffing of osf seatbelt webbing*oil leaksfrom engine area*

heavy corrosion of front and rear subframes, steering and suspension components, and rear outer and inner under sills and sill ends*front and rearbrake discs worn* nsrbrake pads worn to limit* brake and handbrake readings on nsr slightly down but ok*

Pass 26 Sep 2013 101,624 miles

brake pedal rubber worn, vehicle underside and steering/suspension components quite corroded, possible lightest oil film over nsr shock absorder strut, osf brake pipe rusty, both rear wheel arches rusting by outer end sill.

exhaust very rusty in places,headlamp aimnsjust within set limits, convertible fabric ripped, difficulty in checking inner sills due to thick carpet, os wiper clearance just adequate.

Fail 23 Sep 2013 101,624 miles

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

brake pedal rubber worn, vehicle underside and steering/suspension components quite corroded, possible lightest oil film over nsr shock absorder strut, osf brake pipe rusty, both rear wheel arches rusting by outer end sill.

exhaust very rusty in places,headlamp aimnsjust within set limits, convertible fabric ripped, difficulty in checking inner sills due to thick carpet, os wiper clearance just adequate.

Pass 11 Sep 2012 98,618 miles

difficulty in checking inner sills due to thick carpet, wiper clearance just adequate, wear on brake pedal rubber, rear anti roll bar very rusty and underside generally corroded, nsr shock absorber just starting to seep fluid.

Pass 10 Sep 2011 96,204 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer raised edge

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2010 95,565 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 93,781 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 92,340 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 88,711 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 81,067 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 72,691 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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P468 BJT is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P468 BJT, 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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P468 BJT is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 June 1997.

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