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P490 CCW

1997 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

44,710 mi
Last recorded44,710 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP490 CCW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 44,710 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 43,282 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 42,162 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 40,990 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 39,711 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 38,053 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 37,412 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 36,326 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 34,908 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 33,939 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 32,472 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 31,202 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 31,129 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)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 29,745 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 28,545 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 28,535 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 28,232 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 28,133 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 27,824 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 27,548 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 27,267 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 26,352 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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P490 CCW is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc 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 P490 CCW, 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

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What year was P490 CCW registered?

P490 CCW is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P490 CCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P490 CCW 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.

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