2001 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · EA51 LXT
2001 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 17 Sept 2001. Recorded mileage 127,185 miles. MOT valid until 02 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 127,185 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EA51 LXT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2026
- 127,185 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EA51 LXT 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 2001 Mazda Mx-5 (EA51 LXT) between April 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
EA51 LXT Mileage History
- 03/04/2024123,954 mi
- 28/03/2025125,392 mi+1,438 mi
- 28/03/2025125,392 mi
- 24/03/2026127,181 mi+1,789 mi
- 25/03/2026127,185 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 1,636 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mazda Mazda MX-5 (NB)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Front Chassis Rail CorrosionSerious
NB cars can rust badly inside the front chassis rails, sometimes while the outer structure still looks respectable from above.
- Rear Sill and Arch RustSerious
Like the NA, the NB traps moisture around the rear sill sections and arch returns, so rot often starts where it is easy to hide with cosmetic repairs.
- Blocked Hood Drains and Cabin DampModerate
When the soft-top drains block, water can back up into the cabin and accelerate rust in the sills and floor area.
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