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P692 MOB

1997 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

96,388 mi
Last recorded96,388 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP692 MOB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2022 96,388 miles

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

Nearside Front TYRE OVER 10 YEARS OLD

Nearside Rear TYRE OVER 10 YEARS OLD

Offside Front TYRE OVER 10 YEARS OLD

Offside Rear TYRE OVER 10 YEARS OLD

OVERHEATING DURING EMMISSIONS TEST

Pass 11 May 2021 95,099 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 93,132 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 92,191 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 91,190 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 90,744 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 90,549 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 90,528 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 90,528 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 90,190 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 89,591 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 89,086 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 87,958 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 86,950 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 84,594 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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P692 MOB is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P692 MOB, 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 P692 MOB registered?

P692 MOB is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is P692 MOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P692 MOB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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