1997 Mazda MX-6 2.5L Petrol · R256 AKN
1997 Mazda MX-6 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 29 Oct 1997. Recorded mileage 132,986 miles. MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-6
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 132,986 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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R256 AKN Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/09/2025
- 132,986 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R256 AKN 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-6 (R256 AKN) between June 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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.
R256 AKN Mileage History
- 29/06/2022108,012 mi
- 26/06/2023116,115 mi+8,103 mi
- 19/09/2024122,558 mi+6,443 mi
- 03/09/2025132,986 mi+10,428 mi
Average of roughly 7,852 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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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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