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UBZ 3008

1997 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,519 mi
Last recorded69,519 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2009
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBZ 3008
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2009 69,519 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 65,472 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 8 Feb 2007 60,790 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 54,811 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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UBZ 3008 is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 UBZ 3008, 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 UBZ 3008 registered?

UBZ 3008 is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is UBZ 3008 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBZ 3008 shows 4 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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