1991 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · J542 CDT

The 1999 Mazda MX-5 presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 14 February 2026 at 46,876 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken five-year sequence of clean MOT outcomes. Annual mileage sits well below typical expectation for a 27-year-old vehicle. The records show 42,326 miles in February 2022, rising to 43,683 in February 2023, 44,430 in February 2024, 45,670 in February 2025, and 46,876 in February 2026. That equates to roughly 1,100 to 1,300 miles added each year. The low and consistent accumulation points to light recreational use rather than daily commuting, with no gaps or sudden jumps in the data. The clean history across all five entries suggests the previous keeper kept basic upkeep current. A buyer should still arrange a physical inspection beneath the car. MX-5 models of this era are prone to chassis rail corrosion and sills rot even when MOT advisories have not yet triggered. The tester logged no structural or suspension concerns, but absence of a flag is not proof of sound metal. Check the brake discs, calipers, and suspension bushes for deterioration from prolonged standing. Low use can allow moisture to seat in wheel cylinders and cause binding. Verify tyre sidewall condition and date codes, as aged rubber perishes regardless of tread depth on a car covering so few miles.