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P577 SBX

1997 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

48,846 mi
Last recorded48,846 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP577 SBX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 48,846 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 48,720 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 48,489 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2024 48,489 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 48,257 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 47,993 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 47,808 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 47,728 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 47,549 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 47,168 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 46,942 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 46,754 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 46,626 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 46,521 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 46,353 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 46,042 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 45,625 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 45,155 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 44,025 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 41,466 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Mar 2006 39,697 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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P577 SBX is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P577 SBX, 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 P577 SBX registered?

P577 SBX is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 February 1997.

Is P577 SBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P577 SBX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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