2018 Mazda MX-5 2.0L Petrol · DF18 VBK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy and shows a positive maintenance trend. The most recent test on 4 July 2026 at 23,713 miles passed with no defects recorded. This follows a clean pass in July 2025, suggesting that previous issues have been addressed and the car is currently in a stable mechanical condition. The mileage is exceptionally low for an eight year old vehicle, averaging under 3,000 miles per year. The record shows a significant jump between October 2022 at 12,404 miles and November 2023 at 17,187 miles, where the car covered nearly 4,700 miles in a year. This is the highest period of use recorded. Other intervals show much lower activity, which often indicates a vehicle that has spent long periods stationary. The MOT history reveals a pattern of neglect regarding rubber components. In November 2023 at 17,187 miles, the tester flagged perishing on three tyres. This issue persisted into the November 2024 test at 20,236 miles, where all four tyres were noted as cracking or perishing. The fact that these advisories remained for a full year suggests the previous owner ignored basic preventative maintenance. During that same 2024 test, the tester also flagged pitted and scored rear brake discs. A buyer should verify that all four tyres and the rear brake discs have been replaced, as these were recurring faults. Given the low mileage and the evidence of perishing rubber, the car likely suffered from long-term standing. You should check for other age-related degradation that does not always trigger an MOT failure, such as perished suspension bushes or degraded brake fluid. The clean result in 2026 suggests these have been resolved, but a physical inspection of the tyre date stamps is advised to confirm they are fresh.