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P545 NPV

1996 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

142,900 mi
Last recorded142,900 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-586,097 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP545 NPV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 142,900 miles

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

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Apr 2026 142,899 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2024 142,804 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 142,733 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 142,551 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2022 142,551 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing Anti slip missing on brake pedal (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 142,452 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 142,324 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2020 142,324 miles

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

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 142,165 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 141,850 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 140,523 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 139,028 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 138,191 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 134,790 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 131,181 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 131,181 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 125,357 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 117,539 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 113,461 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 113,461 miles

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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P545 NPV is a 1996 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 P545 NPV, 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 P545 NPV registered?

P545 NPV is a 1996 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P545 NPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P545 NPV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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