1993 Mazda Eunos 1.6L Petrol · K558 JHE

The most recent MOT on 3 July 2026 recorded a failure for service brake efficiency below requirements, even though the vehicle passed on other items. The tester flagged the brake efficiency issue, so the car is not roadworthy until that defect is corrected. Repeated brake and suspension faults across the last few years indicate a worsening trend in those systems. The car has accumulated 120,436 miles over 23 years, averaging roughly 5,200 miles per annum – well below the typical mileage for a vehicle of this age. The largest annual increase was about 3,600 miles between the 2010‑02‑17 and 2011‑02‑24 tests, after which mileage growth has been modest and consistent, suggesting limited exposure and relatively gentle use. Buyers should inspect the suspension thoroughly: all suspension components have been recorded as corroded in 2024, 2025 and 2026, and bushes were noted as cracked or perishing in 2025 and 2026. Verify the condition of front and rear suspension arms, bushings, and track‑rod end dust covers for excessive play or dirt ingress. Rear brake discs were described as worn, pitted and scored in the 2026 test; check disc thickness, pad wear and hydraulic balance, and address the service brake efficiency failure. An oil leak, noted but not excessive in 2020, 2025 and 2026, warrants a visual check for source and severity. Corroded brake pipes and near‑sill rust reported in earlier tests should be examined for structural integrity. Finally, the parking‑brake efficiency failure in 2024 and earlier rear‑brake imbalance suggest the rear braking system may need adjustment or component replacement before the vehicle can be considered safe for road use.