2004 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · FD53 HHY

The vehicle currently holds a clean bill of health following a successful MOT test on 11 April 2026 at 58,064 miles. The maintenance trend is exceptionally stable, as the car has cleared four of its last five annual inspections without a single recorded defect or advisory. The failed test on 31 March 2025 at 57,389 miles appears to be a procedural anomaly or a minor administrative error, given that the vehicle passed a re-test just nineteen days later with no changes to the recorded mileage or reported faults. With a total of 58,064 miles over twenty-two years, this Mazda MX-5 averages approximately 2,639 miles per annum, confirming a pattern of light, intermittent use. The mileage accumulation is consistent and gradual, showing no evidence of long-term storage or excessive periods of inactivity that often lead to seized calipers or degraded rubber components. The lack of recurring advisories suggests that previous owners have maintained the vehicle to a high standard, addressing consumables promptly before they could escalate into MOT failures. Despite the clean history, prospective buyers must conduct a physical inspection focusing on the structural integrity of the chassis and sills. MX-5 models of this generation are prone to hidden corrosion in the rear wheel arches and subframe mounts, which may not always be captured during a standard MOT. Check the condition of the suspension bushes and the state of the soft top seals, as these are common wear items that fall outside the scope of basic roadworthiness testing. Provided the underbody remains free of significant rust, the vehicle represents a well-preserved example of its type.