1997 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · R82 KGG
1997 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30/08/1997. Recorded mileage 76,188 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 76,188 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1997
- Engine
- 1840cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
R82 KGG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/07/2025
- 76,188 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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R82 KGG Mileage History
- 11/07/202376,156 mi
- 01/07/202476,172 mi+16 mi
- 02/07/202576,188 mi+16 mi
- 16/07/202576,188 mi
- 16/07/202576,188 mi
Average of roughly 16 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
R82 KGG 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 (R82 KGG) between July 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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