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R963 SRV

1997 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2024
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,076 mi
Last recorded81,076 miles
Recorded on4 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR963 SRV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 4 May 2023 81,076 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 80,882 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in under seal (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 80,758 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2020 80,603 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 80,380 miles

all of the underside of the vehicle is covered in underseal

Pass 19 Aug 2018 79,393 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2017 78,606 miles

suspension components corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2016 78,046 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 77,900 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 76,769 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 75,825 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 74,693 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 73,799 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 72,835 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 71,224 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 68,663 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 66,816 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 64,214 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 59,060 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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R963 SRV is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R963 SRV, 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

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What year was R963 SRV registered?

R963 SRV is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R963 SRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R963 SRV shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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