1993 MAZDA MX-51.6L Petrol

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by consecutive clean MOT results. The most recent test on 22 May 2025 at 174,110 miles passed with no defects or advisories, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum legal safety standards. This string of clean passes across multiple years suggests a consistent approach to maintenance that has avoided major mechanical failures or deferred structural repairs. The mileage pattern indicates exceptionally low-intensity usage for a 33-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,276 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between August 2012 and April 2021, during which the car covered only 2,481 miles over eight years. This suggests the vehicle likely sat for long periods during that decade, which can lead to degradation of rubber components and fluids despite the low mileage. However, the interval from 2021 to 2025 shows a steady increase of 240 miles, indicating a return to more regular use. Despite the clean digital history, a buyer must conduct a physical inspection of the structural integrity, as the Mazda MX-5 is notoriously prone to corrosion in the sills, inner wings, and floor pans. Because the MOT test does not detect hidden rust that has not yet compromised structural members, a close look at the underbody is essential. Focus on the suspension bushes and brake lines for cracking or perish resulting from the long periods of inactivity identified in the mileage data. Checking the brakes for seized calipers or rusted discs is also vital, as the low usage may have caused braking components to seize over time.