1997 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · P247 BRU
1997 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 05/06/1997. Recorded mileage 125,882 miles. MOT valid until 12/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 125,882 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1997
- Engine
- 1839cc
P247 BRU Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/02/2026
- 125,882 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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P247 BRU Mileage History
- 12/02/2025125,024 mi
- 13/02/2025125,025 mi+1 mi
- 10/02/2026125,882 mi+857 mi
- 10/02/2026125,882 mi
Average of roughly 864 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
P247 BRU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Mazda Mx-5 (P247 BRU) between February 2025 and February 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Emissions unable to be completed exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
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