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R983 SRV

1997 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

43,101 mi
Last recorded43,101 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR983 SRV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2023 43,101 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2022 41,217 miles

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

Welding repairs undersealed

Fail 8 Oct 2022 41,217 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Welding repairs undersealed

Pass 22 Sep 2021 40,472 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 37,073 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and offside sills to lower front part of wheel arches not within a structural area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 37,042 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 35,664 miles

all tyre side walls have micro splits

Pass 15 Nov 2013 30,841 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 29,209 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 29,209 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 26,296 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 23,260 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 21,436 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 19,240 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 18,883 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 18,002 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 17,349 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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R983 SRV is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R983 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 R983 SRV registered?

R983 SRV is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R983 SRV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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