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R686 XKM

1997 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

82,526 mi
Last recorded82,526 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2022
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR686 XKM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2022 82,526 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Nov 2022 82,526 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 82,100 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 79,522 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 75,405 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 68,377 miles

Underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 1 Apr 2016 60,720 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 59,497 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 56,576 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 56,576 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 56,379 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 55,601 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 54,814 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 7 Sep 2009 54,037 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 53,707 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 52,710 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 51,231 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Jul 2005 49,134 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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R686 XKM is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R686 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.

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What year was R686 XKM registered?

R686 XKM is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 September 1997.

Is R686 XKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R686 XKM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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