1997 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · P236 CUY
1997 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 10 Jun 1997. Recorded mileage 56,288 miles. MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 56,288 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P236 CUY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/07/2026
- 56,288 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P236 CUY 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 (P236 CUY) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 July 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: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
P236 CUY Mileage History
- 20/07/202352,964 mi
- 19/07/202453,772 mi+808 mi
- 11/07/202554,632 mi+860 mi
- 28/07/202656,288 mi+1,656 mi
- 28/07/202656,288 mi
Average of roughly 1,100 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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