1996 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · P565 BBC
1996 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1996. Recorded mileage 143,231 miles. MOT valid until 04 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 143,231 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P565 BBC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/05/2026
- 143,231 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P565 BBC 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 1996 Mazda Mx-5 (P565 BBC) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
P565 BBC Mileage History
- 14/05/2024139,839 mi
- 06/05/2025141,923 mi+2,084 mi
- 06/05/2025141,923 mi
- 14/05/2026143,047 mi+1,124 mi
- 21/05/2026143,231 mi+184 mi
Average of roughly 1,680 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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