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R848 BDA

1997 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

49,854 mi
Last recorded49,854 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR848 BDA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 49,854 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 49,684 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 49,533 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 26 May 2023 49,365 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 49,134 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 2 Jun 2021 48,622 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 Jun 2020 48,483 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 May 2019 48,194 miles
Fail 27 May 2019 48,194 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 29 May 2018 47,865 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 46,081 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 45,707 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidewalls weakened, appears to have been driven low in pressure, also perished on outer edge of tread. (4.1.E.1)

parking brake efficiency just met, advise inspection

Fail 24 Jun 2015 44,240 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 44,240 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 43,004 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 41,820 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 41,538 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 40,925 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 38,987 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 36,123 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 34,000 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 32,361 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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R848 BDA is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R848 BDA, 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

How do I check the history of R848 BDA?

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What year was R848 BDA registered?

R848 BDA is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R848 BDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R848 BDA shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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