2015 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · E25 BAT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test in March 2026. The maintenance trend appears stable, with the owner demonstrating a willingness to rectify faults immediately following a failure. The most recent failure on March 5 2026 at 37,839 miles involved a simple nearside headlamp main beam defect, which was corrected to allow a pass just five miles later. This indicates a straightforward electrical repair. At 11 years of age, the recorded mileage of 37,844 miles represents an average of approximately 3,440 miles per year. This low usage profile suggests the vehicle has seen minimal mechanical wear on the drivetrain compared to average examples. The data shows consistent annual testing intervals, with roughly 1,000 miles driven between the April 2024 and March 2025 tests. While history is clean, low-mileage vehicles can sometimes suffer from degradation of rubber components and brake hardware due to periods of stationary use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension assembly. The failure in March 2025 at 34,903 miles identified excessively worn rear bushes on both the nearside and offside front lower suspension arms. Although these were replaced to secure the subsequent pass, the inspector should verify there is no remaining play or further cracking in the rubber. Given the age of the car and the low mileage, a thorough check for corrosion in the sills and wing arches is essential, as this is a common structural weakness point for this model regardless of distance driven. Check the brake discs and calipers for any signs of seizing or pitting, which often occurs on cars that sit for long periods.