2012 MAZDA MX-52.0L Petrol

This vehicle presents an exceptionally clean MOT history with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 7 July 2025 at 66,549 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to March 2022, suggesting the car has been kept in a roadworthy condition without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage is notably low for a 14 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 4,754 miles per year. Between 22 March 2022 and 5 July 2024, the odometer moved only 1,493 miles, indicating the car spent significant periods stationary. A more active usage pattern emerged between July 2024 and July 2025, where the mileage increased by 3,764 miles. The absence of advisories over the last four years is unusual for a vehicle of this age and suggests a high standard of preventative care. However, the low annual mileage and periods of inactivity increase the risk of perished rubber components and fluid degradation. A buyer should specifically check for flat spots on the tyres and inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting caused by standing. Given the MX-5's known vulnerability to chassis corrosion, a physical inspection of the sills and wheel arches is essential. While the DVSA records show no structural failures, the lack of reported rust in the MOT history does not guarantee the absence of cosmetic or early-stage corrosion. Checking the condition of the soft-top seals and the operation of the folding mechanism would complete a thorough assessment.