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1997 Mazda 1.8L Petrol · R791 BBK

R791 BBK

1997 Mazda (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 1997. Recorded mileage 186,398 km. MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
MAZDA
Year / Origin
1997 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 29 Jun 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
Recorded Odometer
186,398 km
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 29 Jun 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Apr 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1997
Engine
1800cc
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R791 BBK Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/07/2026
  • 186,398 km recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)

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R791 BBK MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Oct 2026, 14:50
MOT Analysis

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 Unknown (R791 BBK) between June 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 01 July 2026 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: Suspension (10 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 13 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: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”.

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R791 BBK Odometer History

  1. 30/06/2023181,988 mi
  2. 14/06/2024183,527 mi+1,539 mi
  3. 27/06/2025184,007 km
  4. 19/06/2026186,246 km+2,239 km
  5. 01/07/2026186,398 km+152 km

Average of roughly 1,468 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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