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R295 VNF

1997 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

5,971 mi
Last recorded5,971 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR295 VNF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 5,971 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 5,865 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 5,765 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 5,648 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 5,671 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 5,491 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 5,326 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 5,289 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 5,260 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 5,232 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 5,204 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 5,126 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 5,126 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 5,069 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 5,045 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 4,975 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 4,925 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 4,902 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 4,820 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 4,768 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 4,689 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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R295 VNF is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc 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 R295 VNF, 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.

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What year was R295 VNF registered?

R295 VNF is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R295 VNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R295 VNF 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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