2018 Mazda MX-5 2.0L Petrol · AG62 ALE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a clean pass in the June 2026 test at 45,040 miles. This most recent result shows no defects, indicating that previous mechanical issues have been addressed. The maintenance trend shows a pattern of resolving specific consumable wear items, moving from a failure in August 2023 due to thin brake pads and pitted discs to a clean certificate in 2024, followed by a period of monitoring brake wear in 2025. The mileage accumulation is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,630 miles per year. The data shows consistent, albeit infrequent, usage. Between August 2022 and August 2023, the car covered roughly 8,000 miles, while the period from August 2024 to August 2025 saw a larger jump of approximately 6,600 miles. The low annual mileage suggests the car has likely been used for short trips or kept stationary for periods, which can sometimes lead to surface corrosion on braking components. The MOT history highlights a recurring focus on the braking system. The tester flagged pitted or scored discs in August 2023 and noted wearing pads and discs again in August 2025 at 41,218 miles. While the June 2026 test shows no current defects, a buyer should physically inspect the thickness of the brake pads and the surface condition of the discs to ensure the 2025 advisories were fully rectified. The absence of recent advisories suggests the braking system is currently within acceptable tolerances. Suspension and electrical components also merit a physical check. The November 2021 test identified worn lower hub bushes on both rear sides, and the August 2022 test failed the vehicle due to a non-functional horn. Although these issues appear resolved in subsequent passes, a buyer should verify the integrity of the rear suspension bushes and test all lighting and horn functions to confirm that previous maintenance has been maintained.