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R5 EMX

1997 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,754 mi
Last recorded81,754 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 EMX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2020 81,754 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 81,745 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 81,737 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 81,729 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 81,729 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 81,724 miles

Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded req's attention (2.3.2)

clutch pedal rubber missing

oil leaks

travel in hand brake lever

under covers fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2014 81,478 miles

Clutch pedal anti slip pad is missing

Lambda only just passed emission test it is reading 1.028 and the maximum is 1.30

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Nov 2013 81,460 miles

battery loose.

oil leaks around bottom of engine area.

surface rust in front & rear chassis & suspension arms areas.

Pass 20 Oct 2012 81,325 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 81,268 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 81,268 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 80,809 miles

Non vertical front number plate covered at time of re test.

Fail 5 Oct 2010 80,791 miles

Front registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2c)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 79,795 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 79,005 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 74,629 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 67,578 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 60,661 miles

all tyres worn low on inner edges

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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R5 EMX is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc 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 R5 EMX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R5 EMX registered?

R5 EMX is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 October 1997.

Is R5 EMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R5 EMX 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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