1991 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · J871 COO
1991 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1991. Recorded mileage 171,712 miles. MOT valid until 20/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 1991
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 171,712 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1991
- Engine
- 1598cc
J871 COO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/04/2026
- 171,712 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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J871 COO Mileage History
- 14/01/2022139,234 mi
- 17/04/2023141,530 mi+2,296 mi
- 22/04/2024142,204 mi+674 mi
- 15/04/2025156,382 mi+14,178 mi
- 16/04/2026171,712 mi+15,330 mi
Average of roughly 7,638 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
J871 COO 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 1991 Mazda Mx-5 (J871 COO) between January 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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.
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