2016 Mazda MX-5 1.5L Petrol · 1981 LM
2016 Mazda MX-5 (1.5L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2016. Recorded mileage 22,037 miles. MOT valid until 28/03/2027. Taxed until 01/07/2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2016
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/07/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 22,037 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1496cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1981 LM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/03/2026
- 22,037 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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1981 LM Mileage History
- 04/03/202416,627 mi
- 25/02/202519,249 mi+2,622 mi
- 27/02/202519,250 mi+1 mi
- 19/02/202622,026 mi+2,776 mi
- 30/03/202622,037 mi+11 mi
Average of roughly 2,614 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
1981 LM MOT History
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 2016 Mazda Mx-5 (1981 LM) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 March 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: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/50/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
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