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R652 CUG

1997 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

114,494 mi
Last recorded114,494 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR652 CUG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2020 114,494 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 112,392 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 109,665 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 106,913 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 104,604 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 100,578 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 98,340 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 98,339 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 96,405 miles

corrosion begining on o/s/r outer sill

Pass 11 Nov 2009 94,987 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 93,343 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 91,006 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2007 91,006 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 88,631 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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R652 CUG is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R652 CUG, 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 R652 CUG registered?

R652 CUG is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 November 1997.

Is R652 CUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R652 CUG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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