1997 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · J23 PAM
1997 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 24 Mar 1997. Recorded mileage 135,958 miles. MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 1997
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 135,958 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J23 PAM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/07/2026
- 135,958 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J23 PAM 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 1997 Mazda Mx-5 (J23 PAM) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 29 July 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: Bodywork (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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.
J23 PAM Mileage History
- 26/07/2024133,699 mi
- 26/07/2025135,784 mi+2,085 mi
- 26/07/2025135,784 mi
- 29/07/2026135,958 mi+174 mi
- 29/07/2026135,958 mi
Average of roughly 1,125 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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