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MAZDA MX-52018 · 1.5L Petrol

P4 RAF

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MAZDA MX-5 (2018, Petrol, 1496cc) — mileage recorded at 24,505. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: paid. Check full history before buying.

MOT
Expired
Expires 14/07/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/11/2026
Fuel
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
1496cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by the most recent test in July 2025 at 24,505 miles which passed with no defects recorded. The maintenance history shows an improving trend, as the minor faults identified in previous years have clearly been addressed. The absence of defects in the latest inspection suggests that the current owner is proactive in rectifying advisories before they escalate into failures. At eight years old, the recorded 24,505 miles represent exceptionally low usage, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per year. This usage pattern is consistent across the record, with roughly 3,300 to 3,700 miles added between each annual test from 2021 to 2025. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it often exposes the vehicle to age-related degradation caused by time and inactivity rather than mechanical friction. A buyer should pay close attention to the rubber-based components based on the historical data. The July 2022 test at 14,378 miles flagged all four tyres for signs of cracking and perishing, a common issue for low-mileage cars that sit for long periods. Similarly, the 2024 test noted pitted rear brake discs and defective wiper blades. While these were cleared in 2025, a physical inspection must verify the current condition of the tyre compounds and the surface of the brake discs to ensure corrosion has not returned due to the low frequency of use.

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68
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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Jul 17, 2026, 01:00 AM
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by the most recent test in July 2025 at 24,505 miles which passed with no defects recorded. The maintenance history shows an improving trend, as the minor faults identified in previous years have clearly been addressed. The absence of defects in the latest inspection suggests that the current owner is proactive in rectifying advisories before they escalate into failures. At eight years old, the recorded 24,505 miles represent exceptionally low usage, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per year. This usage pattern is consistent across the record, with roughly 3,300 to 3,700 miles added between each annual test from 2021 to 2025. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it often exposes the vehicle to age-related degradation caused by time and inactivity rather than mechanical friction. A buyer should pay close attention to the rubber-based components based on the historical data. The July 2022 test at 14,378 miles flagged all four tyres for signs of cracking and perishing, a common issue for low-mileage cars that sit for long periods. Similarly, the 2024 test noted pitted rear brake discs and defective wiper blades. While these were cleared in 2025, a physical inspection must verify the current condition of the tyre compounds and the surface of the brake discs to ensure corrosion has not returned due to the low frequency of use.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2018 Mazda Mx-5 (P4 RAF), we found 5 MOT results in the period of July 2021 to July 2025.

Across its entire MOT history, this Mazda has a 100% success rate (5 passes and 0 fails). Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 5 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

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