2001 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · PP51 MLP
2001 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 22 Nov 2001. Recorded mileage 19,143 miles. MOT expired on 11 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 19,143 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PP51 MLP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/08/2025
- 19,143 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PP51 MLP 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 (PP51 MLP) between January 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 August 2025 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: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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: “Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))”.
PP51 MLP Mileage History
- 24/01/20228,769 mi
- 25/06/20238,875 mi+106 mi
- 02/07/202414,857 mi+5,982 mi
- 15/07/202414,861 mi+4 mi
- 13/08/202519,143 mi+4,282 mi
Average of roughly 2,922 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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