MOT Status
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167,609 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Central Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mazda MX5?
Based on 3,499 MOT tests across 291 vehicles.
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R963 JBA is a 1997 Mazda MX5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
Across all 1997 Mazda MX5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 113,018 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Mazda MX5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R963 JBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mazda MX5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda MX5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R963 JBA registered?
R963 JBA is a 1997 Mazda MX5, first registered on 1 September 1997.
Is R963 JBA safe to buy?
The MOT history for R963 JBA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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