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R29 RRK

1997 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,350 mi
Last recorded27,350 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR29 RRK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 24 Aug 2020 27,350 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 27,006 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 26,964 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 26,806 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 26,352 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 25,651 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 25,362 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 24,540 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 24,341 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 23,898 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 23,498 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 21,193 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 20,209 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 17,730 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 12,723 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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R29 RRK is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 R29 RRK, 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 R29 RRK registered?

R29 RRK is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R29 RRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R29 RRK shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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