2001 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · LE51 XAK
2001 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Dec 2001. Recorded mileage 117,827 miles. MOT expired on 09 Jul 2026. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,827 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LE51 XAK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/07/2025
- 117,827 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LE51 XAK 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 (LE51 XAK) between June 2024 and July 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 11 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (13 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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 Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill under vehicle (7.1.”; “Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR MOST (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
LE51 XAK Mileage History
- 07/06/2024115,928 mi
- 17/06/2024115,930 mi+2 mi
- 10/06/2025117,877 mi+1,947 mi
- 01/07/2025117,827 mi-50 mi
- 11/07/2025117,827 mi
Average of roughly 1,738 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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