2001 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · RX51 OEW
2001 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 07 Sept 2001. Recorded mileage 72,169 miles. MOT expired on 09 Feb 2024.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Feb 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,169 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RX51 OEW Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 20/02/2024
- 72,169 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RX51 OEW 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 2001 Mazda Mx-5 (RX51 OEW) between November 2021 and February 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 February 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
RX51 OEW Mileage History
- 27/11/202168,436 mi
- 10/02/202370,075 mi+1,639 mi
- 20/02/202472,169 mi+2,094 mi
Average of roughly 1,673 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mazda Mazda MX-5 (NB)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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