2000 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · A18 SMX
2000 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 06 Jul 2000. Recorded mileage 144,194 miles. MOT valid until 13 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2000 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 144,194 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A18 SMX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/02/2026
- 144,194 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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A18 SMX 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 2000 Mazda Mx-5 (A18 SMX) between November 2021 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
A18 SMX Mileage History
- 04/11/2021139,944 mi
- 03/01/2023140,347 mi+403 mi
- 05/02/2024142,862 mi+2,515 mi
- 14/02/2025143,783 mi+921 mi
- 11/02/2026144,194 mi+411 mi
Average of roughly 995 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mazda Mazda MX-5 (NB)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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