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R908 RFC

1997 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

4,888 mi
Last recorded4,888 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR908 RFC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 4,888 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 4,682 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 4,597 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 4,597 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2012 4,508 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 4,478 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 13 Jul 2010 4,452 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 4,366 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 4,266 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 4,223 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 4,031 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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R908 RFC is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 R908 RFC, 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 R908 RFC registered?

R908 RFC is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R908 RFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R908 RFC shows 11 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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