2017 Mazda MX-5 1.5L Petrol · A16 MSU
2017 Mazda MX-5 (1.5L, petrol). First registered 08 Mar 2017. Recorded mileage 25,861 miles. MOT valid until 07 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 25,861 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A16 MSU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/02/2026
- 25,861 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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A16 MSU 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 2017 Mazda Mx-5 (A16 MSU) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
A16 MSU Mileage History
- 22/02/202420,088 mi
- 18/02/202522,892 mi+2,804 mi
- 24/02/202522,902 mi+10 mi
- 24/02/202625,861 mi+2,959 mi
- 24/02/202625,861 mi
Average of roughly 2,878 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mazda Mazda MX-5 (ND)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2017 model year cars.
- Manual Gearbox Failure on Early CarsSerious
Early ND1 2.0-litre manuals had weak internals that could develop whine, baulking shifts or outright gear failure, especially if driven hard.
- Clutch Pedal Bracket / Linkage CreakingModerate
Some early ND cars develop creaks or inconsistent clutch take-up from wear around the clutch pedal bracket and linkage area.
- Rear Suspension Hub Carrier Spherical Bushing Play and ClunkingModerate
The multi-link rear suspension on the ND MX-5 uses spherical bearing pillow-ball bushings within the aluminium rear hub carriers (knuckles) to control wheel geometry. Over UK roads, moisture, road salt and grit penetrate the rubber dust seals, causing the internal spherical joints to corrode and develop excessive play. This produces a noticeable rear-end knocking noise over bumps, vague high-speed stability, and an automatic UK MOT failure for excessive play in a suspension pin, bush or joint. Mazda does not supply replacement bushes separately, quoting £900–£1,600 to replace complete hub assemblies; however, independent specialists fit aftermarket polyurethane or spherical replacement bush kits (such as Polybush or Powerflex) on the car.
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