1999 MAZDA RX-71.3L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a history of consistent passes. The most recent inspection on 20 April 2026 at 147,181 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects, indicating that safety and environmental standards currently meet statutory requirements. This follows a period where basic maintenance was sufficient, with no major mechanical or structural failures recorded over the last several testing cycles. The' pattern is notably low for a vehicle of 27 years age, averaging approximately 5,451 miles per year. There is a significant gap in recorded data between May 2016 and August 2018, during which the car covered 7,196 miles. Since August 2018, the mileage has remained remarkably static, recording only 62 miles over eight years. While low mileage suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine, long periods of standing can often lead to the degradation of rubber components, seized primary calipers, and fluid breakdown. Given the age and intermittent usage, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on structural integrity, as the RX-7 is prone to corrosion in the sills and artwork arches which may not always be fully captured in a standard MOT check. The suspension should be examined for perished bushes and worn bushings that result from age rather than distance. Additionally, while the single failure in 2018 regarding offside headlamp aim was a minor adjustment issue, the buyer should verify that the braking system is free of binding or corrosion given the long intervals of inactivity noted in the records.