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R322 BTU

1997 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,878 mi
Last recorded55,878 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR322 BTU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 55,878 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 50,225 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2024 50,216 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre out of shape/misshapen

Offside Rear Tyre out of shape/misshapen

Pass 23 Jan 2019 50,215 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Jan 2019 50,212 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 50,201 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 50,157 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 50,015 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 49,699 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 49,405 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 49,063 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 48,723 miles

front discs are corroded

Pass 13 Jan 2011 48,061 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 47,384 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 46,928 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 45,626 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 45,626 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 44,844 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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R322 BTU is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R322 BTU, 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 R322 BTU registered?

R322 BTU is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R322 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R322 BTU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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