1991 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · J727 JUY

The 1991 Mazda MX-5 presents a stable and clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 28 May 2025 at 133,779 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken run of five consecutive MOT passes with zero advisories. The maintenance trend shows no worsening faults and no recurring mechanical or structural concerns across the available history. Recorded mileage sits at 133,779 against roughly 35 years of age, equating to about 3,822 miles per year. The car covered only 202 miles between the May 2024 test at 133,577 miles and the May 2025 test, and just 1,062 miles across the 2022 to 2023 period from 126,987 to 132,515 miles. Such low annual use implies long standing periods rather than daily driving, though the sparse, fault-free record gives no evidence of neglected consumables or deferred repairs. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection beneath the sills, chassis rails, and suspension mounting points, as MX-5s of this era are prone to structural corrosion even when MOT tests log no advisories. The absence of flagged brake discs, calipers, or suspension bushes in the record does not exempt the car from perishing rubber components after decades of age. Given the low mileage and clean history, previous keepers appear to have stored the vehicle responsibly and maintained basic statutory compliance. Verify the underside condition and check for degraded hoses or tyres dated beyond safe service life before purchase.