1997 Mazda MX-3 1.6L Petrol · P309 FEC
1997 Mazda MX-3 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 21/03/1997. Recorded mileage 52,638 miles. MOT valid until 01/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-3
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/06/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 52,638 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1997
- Engine
- 1598cc
P309 FEC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/05/2026
- 52,638 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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P309 FEC Mileage History
- 24/05/202250,273 mi
- 22/05/202350,899 mi+626 mi
- 08/05/202451,363 mi+464 mi
- 27/05/202552,286 mi+923 mi
- 26/05/202652,638 mi+352 mi
Average of roughly 590 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
P309 FEC 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-3 (P309 FEC) between May 2022 and May 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: Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). 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.