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SAZ 6126

1997 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

125,989 mi
Last recorded125,989 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAZ 6126
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 125,989 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 125,469 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 124,198 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 122,942 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 122,892 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 121,962 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 121,746 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 120,166 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 119,392 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 119,347 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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SAZ 6126 is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SAZ 6126, 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

How do I check the history of SAZ 6126?

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What year was SAZ 6126 registered?

SAZ 6126 is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is SAZ 6126 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAZ 6126 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SAZ 6126 have outstanding finance?

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