1991 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · J896 CEV
1991 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31 Oct 1991. Recorded mileage 166,628 miles. MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 1991
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 166,628 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J896 CEV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/04/2026
- 166,628 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J896 CEV 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 (J896 CEV) between April 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged rubbing on wheel (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged rubbing on wheel (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))”.
J896 CEV Mileage History
- 12/04/2023158,973 mi
- 25/04/2024159,667 mi+694 mi
- 22/04/2025160,102 mi+435 mi
- 20/04/2026166,582 mi+6,480 mi
- 28/04/2026166,628 mi+46 mi
Average of roughly 2,515 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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