2016 Mazda MX-5 2.0L Petrol · E25 EAD

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy condition with a stable maintenance trend that shows only early signs of mechanical age. The most recent test in April 2026 at 43,469 miles identified minor wear on both the nearside and offside rear suspension arm pins or bushes. While these did not result in a failure or an immediate advisory, they indicate that the rubber components in the rear suspension are beginning to degrade despite the vehicle's low mileage. The mileage profile is consistently low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,350 miles per year. Between 2020 and 2026, the car covered 28,026 miles, suggesting a pattern of light annual use. There is a clean record between 2021 and 2025, where no defects were recorded across four annual tests. This low-usage history typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it can sometimes lead to accelerated drying of seals or surface corrosion if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should prioritize the rear suspension during a physical inspection to assess the extent of the wear noted in the 2026 record. Since both sides showed similar wear patterns, it is worth checking for play in the arms or cracking in the bushing material. Given the age of the MX-5, a thorough check for corrosion is essential, particularly around the sills, wheel arches, and floor pans, as these are common weak points for this model regardless of the mileage driven.