MOT Status
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138,179 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front chassis legs (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Brake performance unable to be tested very little effort, test abandoned (1.2.1 (g))
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front chassis legs (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear diff seal leaking
Offside Rear handbrake efficiency low
Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear parking brake effort only just meets req standard
Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?
Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R447 CCY is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 R447 CCY, 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 R447 CCY registered?
R447 CCY is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 June 1997.
Is R447 CCY safe to buy?
The MOT history for R447 CCY shows 9 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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