1991 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · H876 DMX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, with a clean pass recorded on 26 May 2026 at 180,271 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a period of reactive repair rather than proactive upkeep. Just one week prior, on 19 May 2026, the car failed due to electrical faults involving the nearside headlamp and offside rear indicator. While these issues were rectified quickly, the overall history suggests the owner only addresses defects when a MOT test fails rather than performing regular bulb checks. At 35 years old, the recorded mileage of 180,271 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,150 miles. The data reveals a significant spike in usage between April 2025 and May 2026, where the vehicle covered nearly 20,000 miles in just thirteen months. This rapid accumulation contrasts with the previous years of lower mileage and likely explains the increased wear observed on consumables, such as the rear tyres and the exhaust system leak noted in the April 2025 failure report. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, as early MX-5 models are prone to hidden corrosion in the sills and floor pans. The recorded exhaust leak from April 2025 indicates the system is reaching the end of its life and should be checked for thinning or mounting damage. Given the recent high-mileage stint and reports of uneven tyre wear, thorough inspection of the suspension bushes and brake calipers is necessary to ensure the increased use has not compromised the mechanical components.