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R855 EUG

1997 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

113,846 mi
Last recorded113,846 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2021
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR855 EUG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2021 113,846 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 113,146 miles

all sill ends

all vehicle grease and under sealed

slight corrosion through out vehicle

Pass 11 Jul 2018 111,948 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 110,761 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion to the under side (6.1.B.2)

heavy wax oiled at time of test

Pass 12 May 2016 110,650 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 110,125 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 109,362 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 108,382 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2013 108,382 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 14 May 2012 107,054 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 105,927 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 104,954 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 103,886 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front and rear suspension components very rusty in places

uneven wear on front tyres, nearing limit

Fail 8 Oct 2008 103,886 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front and rear suspension components very rusty in places

uneven wear on front tyres, nearing limit

Fail 29 Aug 2007 103,851 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 101,946 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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R855 EUG is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R855 EUG, 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 R855 EUG registered?

R855 EUG is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 November 1997.

Is R855 EUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R855 EUG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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