2016 MAZDA MX-52.0L Petrol

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT history. The most recent test on 23 December 2024 at 14,850 miles passed with no defects or advisories, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. While there was a recorded failure on 31 May 2024, the immediate retest pass on the same day suggests that any identified issues were minor and rectified promptly by the owner. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,485 miles per year. Data shows a significant period of low use between June 2022 (6,414 miles) and June 2023 (7,783 miles), where the car covered only 1,369 miles in a full year. The jump of 812 miles between May and December 2024 remains consistent. This low mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine but often introduces risks associated with the vehicle sitting stationary for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by low-mileage storage. Long periods of inactivity often lead to surface corrosion on brake discs, seized brake calipers, and degradation of rubber components like suspension bushings and tyre compounds. Inspect the tyres for sidewall cracking or flat spots, as rubber ages over time regardless of the distance driven. Given the age of the MX-5, a thorough check of the chassis for structural integrity and rust is essential, as the MOT record does not capture early undersurface corrosion.