1997 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · R322 ADL
1997 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1997. Recorded mileage 93,090 miles. MOT valid until 13/07/2027. Taxed until 01/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/07/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/05/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,090 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1997
- Engine
- 1840cc
R322 ADL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/06/2026
- 93,090 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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R322 ADL Mileage History
- 21/06/202289,733 mi
- 11/07/202390,744 mi+1,011 mi
- 04/07/202491,814 mi+1,070 mi
- 15/07/202592,937 mi+1,123 mi
- 25/06/202693,090 mi+153 mi
Average of roughly 837 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
R322 ADL 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 (R322 ADL) between June 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). 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.
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