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R321 FGK

1997 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,218 mi
Last recorded96,218 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR321 FGK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 96,218 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2026 96,218 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking N/side rear caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached O/side rear link detached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached N/side rear insecure (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 94,354 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread advise - replacement (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Feb 2025 94,354 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread advise - replacement (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 91,955 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both (4.2.3 (c))

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 90,667 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 88,989 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 87,662 miles

Exhaust tail pipe missing

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 87,206 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2019 86,330 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 82,944 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 82,925 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2015 82,925 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill holed (6.1.A.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 77,781 miles

o/s rear outer sill corroded but not holed

Fail 22 Aug 2014 77,781 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

o/s rear outer sill corroded but not holed

Pass 21 Aug 2013 71,915 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2013 71,914 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 62,849 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 62,849 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2011 53,221 miles

all front main and rear brake pipes surface corroded

all underside components corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2010 45,093 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 34,880 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 27,437 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 20,795 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 14,279 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 14,220 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 13,366 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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R321 FGK is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R321 FGK, 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 R321 FGK registered?

R321 FGK is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R321 FGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R321 FGK shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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