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G594 XWS

1997 Mazda MX5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

129,515 mi
Last recorded129,515 miles
Recorded on3 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX5113,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG594 XWS
MakeMazda
ModelMX5
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Fail 3 May 2022 129,515 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 128,861 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security side seal corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security side seal corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 128,722 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 127,772 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Multiple (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 17 Apr 2018 125,501 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak ()

Vehicle showing signs of corrosion

suspension components corroded

Pass 14 Apr 2017 125,088 miles

front and rear suspension components corroded

rear number plate showing signs of deterioration

rear tyres worn close to legal limit

vehicle showing signs of corrosion throughout

Fail 14 Apr 2017 125,088 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front and rear suspension components corroded

rear number plate showing signs of deterioration

rear tyres worn close to legal limit

vehicle showing signs of corrosion throughout

Pass 26 Apr 2016 124,370 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 124,299 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 129,913 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 119,797 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 119,759 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 116,520 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 113,018 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 113,011 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 108,845 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 103,738 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 99,007 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 94,723 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 94,723 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 90,459 miles

both outer track rod ends dust cover split

Pass 14 Apr 2006 86,852 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX5?

Based on 3,499 MOT tests across 291 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
2,660
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 64
fog lamp not working 61
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
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G594 XWS is a 1997 Mazda MX5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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

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 G594 XWS, 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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G594 XWS is a 1997 Mazda MX5, first registered on 8 August 1997.

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