2015 Mazda MX-5 2.0L Petrol · FJ15 MLX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history reveals a recurring trend of deferred component replacement. The most recent test in November 2025 at 78,486 miles resulted in a pass, although the tester noted a restriction due to a child seat preventing a full inspection of the adult belt. Prior to this, the vehicle showed a persistent issue with the rear braking system, suggesting that the owner addresses faults only upon inspection failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-mileage profile, averaging approximately 7,135 miles per year. Between the October 2022 test at 52,860 miles and the November 2023 test at 62,646 miles, the car covered 9,786 miles. This steady accumulation suggests regular use which is generally beneficial for rubber components and seals to prevent drying out, though the gap between the October 2024 and 2025 tests shows the vehicle has been maintained at standard annual testing intervals. A buyer must pay close attention to the rear brake assembly. The record flags the rear brake discs as worn, pitted, or scored in three consecutive years: 2023, 2024, and 2024. While these were noted as not being seriously weakened, the persistence of this advisory indicates the discs have not been replaced despite showing surface corrosion or mechanical wear. A physical inspection should verify the thickness of the remaining pads and check for seized caliper pistons which often contribute to uneven pitting on the rotors. Given the age of this MX-5, a thorough check of the chassis structural integrity is essential, particularly around the sills and rear wheel arches where these models are prone to hidden corrosion. The failure in October 2024 regarding insufficient windscreen washer liquid is a minor consumable issue but reinforces the pattern of lack of attention to detail. The buyer should inspect the suspension bushes and control arms for play, ensuring that the low mileage hasn't masked age-related degradation of the rubber components.