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R676 XKM

1997 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,326 mi
Last recorded39,326 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR676 XKM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2026 39,326 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 39,122 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 38,611 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 38,250 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 37,475 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 37,026 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 36,576 miles

light misting of oil around power steering pipe

Pass 10 May 2019 35,754 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 35,094 miles

front brake pads approx 70% worn on inner

Pass 18 May 2017 34,431 miles

front pads 70-75% worn approx

front wipers smearing windscreen slightly

Pass 25 May 2016 33,776 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 33,301 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 32,602 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 31,546 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 30,639 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 29,622 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 27,831 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 26,852 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 25,761 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 24,306 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 22,987 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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R676 XKM is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R676 XKM, 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 R676 XKM registered?

R676 XKM is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 October 1997.

Is R676 XKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R676 XKM shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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