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P474 NTM

1996 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

63,819 mi
Last recorded63,819 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-586,097 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP474 NTM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 63,819 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

coil springs corroded

front suspension components corroded

general underbody corrosion

n/s outer sill corroded

n/s/f lower wing corroded

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 22 Nov 2024 63,637 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

coil springs corroded

front lower wing panels corroded

front suspension components corroded

n/s outer sill corroded

rear suspension components corroded

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2023 63,017 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

chassis corroded

coil springs corroded

exhaust corroded

front and rear suspension components corroded

n/s outer sill corroded

o/s/f lower front wing/sill corroded

Fail 11 Jul 2023 63,017 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

chassis corroded

coil springs corroded

exhaust corroded

front and rear suspension components corroded

n/s outer sill corroded

o/s/f lower front wing/sill corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2022 61,918 miles

coil springs corroded

front tyres wearing unevenly

n/s outer sill corroded

rear suspension components corroded

rear suspension components corroded

Fail 15 Mar 2022 61,918 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

coil springs corroded

front tyres wearing unevenly

n/s outer sill corroded

rear suspension components corroded

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2020 60,302 miles

coil springs corroded

front suspension components corroded

front tyres wearing unevenly on edges

n/s outer sill corroded

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 3 Dec 2019 59,474 miles

front and rear suspension components corroded

front coil springs corroded

front tyres wearing unevenly

n/s outer sill corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2018 58,391 miles

front coil springs corroded

front suspension components corroded

front tyres wearing unevenly

rear suspension components corroded

Fail 23 Nov 2018 58,372 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced o/s outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired o/s outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front coil springs corroded

front suspension components corroded

front tyres wearing unevenly

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2017 56,555 miles

corrosion starting in various floor,body and chassis members

front tyres wearing unevenly

n/s outer sill corroded

o/s outer sill heavily corroded

various front and rear suspension components corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2016 55,718 miles

Corrosion through out underside of vehicle

Pass 15 Jun 2015 54,680 miles

Corrosion through out underside of vehicle

Rear outer sills heavily corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2014 53,786 miles

Wiper blade ends split

Pass 3 Jun 2013 52,115 miles

both rear tyres wearing unevenly

corrosion starting in various chassis and body members

rear brake pads worn to approx.4mm

slight distortion to o/s/r tyre inner sidewall

Pass 8 Jun 2012 49,785 miles

surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 24 May 2011 49,005 miles

Both rear outer sills starting to corrode

Corrosion through out under side of vehicle

Pass 26 May 2010 46,579 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 42,282 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 May 2008 39,963 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 37,224 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 34,682 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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P474 NTM is a 1996 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1996 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 86,097 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 P474 NTM, 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 30 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 P474 NTM registered?

P474 NTM is a 1996 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 October 1996.

Is P474 NTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P474 NTM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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