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2000 Mazda MX5 1.8L Petrol · V917 LDE

V917 LDE

2000 Mazda MX5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/02/2000. Recorded mileage 233,725 km. MOT valid until 13/01/2027. Taxed until 01/01/2027.

Make & Model
MAZDA MX5
Year / Origin
2000 · Worcester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 13/01/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/01/2027)
Recorded Odometer
233,725 km
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.8L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 13/01/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/01/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2000
Engine
1800cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT in January 2026, but it carries an advisory for an engine oil leak. The overall condition trend appears to be worsening. While the car had clean passes in 2022 and 2023, the 2024 inspection revealed significant corrosion on the front and rear brake pipes and suspension components. The oil leak mentioned in the latest test indicates a persistent mechanical issue that has developed or remained since the previous year. With 233,725 miles over 26 years, the mileage is typical for its age. This suggests consistent use, but such high mileage inevitably leads to increased wear on the drivetrain, suspension, and braking systems, which is reflected in the recorded corrosion. A buyer should first conduct a thorough inspection of the underside, specifically focusing on the brake pipes and suspension mounting points to assess the extent of the rust. You should also check the engine bay and the ground beneath the car to evaluate the severity of the oil leak.

V917 LDE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 14/01/2026
  • 233,725 km recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring exhaust & emissions items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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V917 LDE Odometer History

  1. 05/10/2022229,868 km
  2. 04/11/2022229,868 km
  3. 18/10/2023232,381 km+2,513 km
  4. 06/11/2024232,923 km+542 km
  5. 14/01/2026233,725 km+802 km

Average of roughly 1,177 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

V917 LDE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 16:37
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Mazda Mx5 (V917 LDE) between October 2022 and January 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 14 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Suspension (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 not tested due to exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre to rear joint holed/broken (6.1.2 (a))”; “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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