1997 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · R40 CAD
1997 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1997. Recorded mileage 59,144 miles. MOT expired on 03 Jun 2025. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 59,144 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R40 CAD Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/06/2024
- 59,144 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R40 CAD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Mazda Mx-5 (R40 CAD) between June 2022 and June 2024.
The record contains 3 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 (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue), Tyres (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.
R40 CAD Mileage History
- 01/06/202259,111 mi
- 19/05/202359,133 mi+22 mi
- 05/06/202459,144 mi+11 mi
Average of roughly 16 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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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