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P558 FWL

1997 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

12,786 mi
Last recorded12,786 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP558 FWL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 12,786 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2024 12,784 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 12,782 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 12,780 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 12,678 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 12,622 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 12,496 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 11,610 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 11,516 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 11,516 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 11,198 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 11,196 miles

tyres slight perishing

Pass 30 Jun 2014 11,107 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 11,107 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 10,609 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 10,491 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 10,317 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 9,971 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 9,509 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 9,315 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 9,012 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 8,438 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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P558 FWL is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Blue 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 P558 FWL, 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 P558 FWL registered?

P558 FWL is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 1997.

Is P558 FWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P558 FWL 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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