2018 Mazda MX-5 2.0L Petrol · B7 RBY
2018 Mazda MX-5 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 31 Jul 2018. Recorded mileage 17,465 miles. MOT expired on 06 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 17,465 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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B7 RBY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/07/2025
- 17,465 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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B7 RBY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Mazda Mx-5 (B7 RBY) between August 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 29 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
B7 RBY Mileage History
- 02/08/20229,968 mi
- 04/08/202312,488 mi+2,520 mi
- 07/08/202415,062 mi+2,574 mi
- 07/08/202415,062 mi
- 29/07/202517,465 mi+2,403 mi
Average of roughly 2,507 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mazda Mazda MX-5 (ND)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Clutch Pedal Bracket / Linkage CreakingModerate
Some early ND cars develop creaks or inconsistent clutch take-up from wear around the clutch pedal bracket and linkage area.
- Rear Suspension Hub Carrier Spherical Bushing Play and ClunkingModerate
The multi-link rear suspension on the ND MX-5 uses spherical bearing pillow-ball bushings within the aluminium rear hub carriers (knuckles) to control wheel geometry. Over UK roads, moisture, road salt and grit penetrate the rubber dust seals, causing the internal spherical joints to corrode and develop excessive play. This produces a noticeable rear-end knocking noise over bumps, vague high-speed stability, and an automatic UK MOT failure for excessive play in a suspension pin, bush or joint. Mazda does not supply replacement bushes separately, quoting £900–£1,600 to replace complete hub assemblies; however, independent specialists fit aftermarket polyurethane or spherical replacement bush kits (such as Polybush or Powerflex) on the car.
- Soft Top Fabric Contact on Roll Hoop Covers and Premature FrayingModerate
On soft-top ND models, the folding roof frame geometry and tight clearances allow the canvas fabric to rub directly against the sharp edges of the plastic headrest roll hoop covers (seat-back bar garnishes) as the roof is lowered or raised. Repeated friction abrades the outer cloth fibres, creating visible whitening, scuffing and eventual through-holes in the fabric just behind the front edge. Mazda issued Technical Service Bulletin 09-023-19 to address roof contact, modifying link stoppers and clearances under warranty. On used cars out of warranty, fitting aftermarket clearance spacers, protective felt tape or replacing damaged hood sections is necessary.
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