1997 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · R166 BDW
1997 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 08/08/1997. Recorded mileage 91,172 miles. MOT valid until 22/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/06/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 91,172 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
R166 BDW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/06/2026
- 91,172 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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R166 BDW Mileage History
- 07/06/202286,667 mi
- 13/06/202388,007 mi+1,340 mi
- 17/06/202488,814 mi+807 mi
- 16/06/202589,990 mi+1,176 mi
- 15/06/202691,172 mi+1,182 mi
Average of roughly 1,120 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
R166 BDW 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 (R166 BDW) between June 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
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