2009 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · DS59 MCK

The vehicle maintains a high standard of roadworthiness with a consistent history of clean MOT passes over the last five years. The most recent test conducted on 12 August 2025 at 52,118 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This trend indicates a stable maintenance regime where the owner has proactively addressed minor issues before they could escalate into failures, which is increasingly uncommon for vehicles of this age. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old car, averaging approximately 3,066 miles per year. Between August 2021 and August 2025, the vehicle covered only 4,815 miles, representing an annual average of just over 1,200 miles. While this low usage suggests light mechanical stress and minimal typical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of standing can sometimes lead to age-related degradation of rubber parts, seals, and fluid chemistry that an MOT test does not always capture. Despite the clean digital record, a physical inspection must focus on the structural integrity of the Mazda MX-5 chassis. A buyer should scrutinise the sills, inner floor pans, and wheel arches for hidden or surface corrosion, as these areas are prone to rust regardless of mileage. The low usage also necessitates checking the suspension bushings and tyre sidewalls for perish cracking due to age rather than wear. Checking the brake system for seized calipers or pitted discs is essential, as vehicles that rarely run often suffer from the friction required to keep these components clean and functional.