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R276 KOJ

1997 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,935 mi
Last recorded66,935 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR276 KOJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 8 Oct 2025 66,935 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 66,297 miles

corrosion evident underside suspension components front and rear

Pass 3 Nov 2023 65,738 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 65,528 miles

corrosion evident underside poss been stood idle layed up

Pass 10 Dec 2021 65,362 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 65,182 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 64,926 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 64,639 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 64,146 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 63,602 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 63,309 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 61,583 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 60,128 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 59,210 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 58,951 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 57,934 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 51,567 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 49,538 miles

Water ingress into front registration plate but still legible

Pass 26 Mar 2007 47,249 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 44,697 miles

nearside rear caliper is binding slightly

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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R276 KOJ is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R276 KOJ, 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 R276 KOJ registered?

R276 KOJ is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R276 KOJ safe to buy?

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