2019 Mazda MX-5 2.0L Petrol · BW68 NWB

The 2019 Mazda MX-5 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 15 January 2026 at 52,915 miles was a clean pass with zero defects recorded. This marks a clear improvement over the 2024 test, where the tester flagged a nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limits and worn on edge. The absence of any advisories or failures in both the January 2025 and January 2026 tests indicates the current owner has kept on top of basic consumable replacements and there are no outstanding mechanical or structural concerns on record. The mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable for a seven-year-old car. Between January 2022 and January 2026, the recorded mileages show a steady climb from 25,730 to 52,915 miles, averaging roughly 7,500 miles per year. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer readings that would suggest long periods of inactivity or clocking. The annual MOT pattern itself is regular, with tests consistently booked in January each year, which points to a single attentive owner or a disciplined servicing routine rather than neglect or irregular use. The only defect on record is the nearside rear tyre wear noted in January 2024 at 38,444 miles. Tyre wear is a consumable item and not a structural concern, but the fact it was worn on edge suggests possible tracking misalignment or a suspension geometry issue that may have been corrected since. The clean pass in 2025 and again in 2026 with no further tyre-related advisories implies the problem was addressed. No recurring faults have appeared across the five tests, and there are no mentions of brake defects, suspension wear, exhaust emissions failures, or structural corrosion. A buyer should still carry out a physical inspection focused on the rear suspension and wheel alignment, given the earlier edge-wear pattern on the nearside rear tyre. Check the inner and outer tread depths across all four tyres and inspect the rear suspension bushes and dampers for play. Examine the underside for corrosion, particularly around the sills and subframes, as the MX-5 is susceptible to rust if not kept in a dry environment. The clean MOT record is reassuring, but a test drive will confirm whether the car tracks straight and the brakes bind or pull, especially at the rear.