2006 Mazda MX5 2.0L Petrol · RKZ 3142

The most recent MOT on 2025-04-01 showed the vehicle passed with a single issue: offside front service brake binding but not excessively. This mirrors a recurring problem seen in earlier MOTs, though the severity appears to have stabilized compared to prior years. The 2023-05-09 MOT included both a passed and failed entry for the same date, highlighting inconsistent reporting, but the failed entry noted nearside front service brake excessively binding, which was not repeated in later tests. Recurring issues include corrosion on front brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i)), damage to front shock absorber casings (5.3.2 (b)), and brake binding (1.2.1 (f)). These suggest ongoing exposure to moisture or poor maintenance, with corrosion on suspension components persisting across multiple MOTs from 2022 to 2023. The 2023-05-09 failed MOT also mentioned rear suspension link arms corroded, indicating systemic rust risks. The trend shows no clear improvement or worsening. Brake binding and corrosion issues reoccurred but were not consistently categorized as major faults. However, the 2023-05-09 failed MOT flagged excessive brake binding, which was absent in the 2025 test, suggesting possible repairs or reduced severity. Still, the persistence of corrosion and brake-related findings over four years raises concerns about long-term reliability.