MAZDA MX-51997 · 1.6L Petrol

R424 DFB

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 1997 MAZDA MX-5 is a Petrol vehicle with a 1598cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 84,963.

MOT

Valid

Expires 14/10/2026

Tax

No data

Mileage: 84,963
Fuel: Petrol
Year: 1997
Engine: 1598cc

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Public record health check: Average.

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✓ Valid MOT

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Apr 15, 2026, 04:56 PM

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Mazda Mx-5 (R424 DFB) from 1997 show a total of 5 MOT tests between August 2023 and October 2025.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 60% pass rate, with 3 passes and 2 failures recorded. This is an average MOT record. Some attention to recurring issues may be beneficial.

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