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R310 NWN

1997 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,830 mi
Last recorded24,830 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR310 NWN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2018 24,830 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 23,469 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 22,450 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 20,434 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 19,102 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 17,308 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 16,734 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 15,980 miles

Front Registration plate cracked

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 14,197 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 13,812 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 13,551 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 13,244 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 12,798 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 12,307 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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R310 NWN is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 R310 NWN, 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 R310 NWN registered?

R310 NWN is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 August 1997.

Is R310 NWN safe to buy?

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