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R961 JVK

1997 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

147,381 mi
Last recorded147,381 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR961 JVK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2021 147,381 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 140,364 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 135,464 miles

both rear outer sills corroded

Pass 28 Aug 2018 131,665 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2018 131,549 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecurely attached roll bar to link top bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced at inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear bolt missing form rear of diff frame

both outer sills corroded but not weakened

Pass 29 Jul 2017 126,329 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear foot brake effort is low

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

chips to screen

slight surface corrosion to inner sills and rear wheel arches

Pass 28 Jul 2016 113,986 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 108,850 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 106,834 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 104,694 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 103,260 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 101,711 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 101,711 miles

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 99,773 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 96,608 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 93,954 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 90,958 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 90,958 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2006 86,463 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2005 78,402 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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R961 JVK is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 R961 JVK, 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 R961 JVK registered?

R961 JVK is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 August 1997.

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