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R82 JTN

1997 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

82,483 mi
Last recorded82,483 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR82 JTN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 82,483 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 82,475 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 81,978 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 81,231 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 80,204 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 79,571 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 78,764 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 77,145 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 75,652 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 74,775 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 71,391 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 63,065 miles

both front tyre side walls are cracking slightly

Pass 4 May 2011 58,109 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 50,741 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 49,944 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 49,944 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 45,921 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 44,647 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 37,184 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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R82 JTN is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R82 JTN, 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 R82 JTN registered?

R82 JTN is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 September 1997.

Is R82 JTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R82 JTN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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