2021 Mazda MX-5 RF GT Sport Tech Auto 2.0L Petrol · HC21 FFA

The 2021 Mazda MX-5 RF GT Sport Tech Auto presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 4 July 2025 at 37,688 miles with zero defects recorded. The previous test on 12 July 2024 at 28,711 miles had failed on three items, all of which were rectified before a same-day pass was issued. This pattern indicates the previous owner addressed the flagged defects promptly rather than deferring them. The current MOT is valid until 3 July 2026, meaning a buyer today has roughly twelve months of certified roadworthiness remaining. The mileage accumulation tells a consistent story. Between the July 2024 test at 28,711 miles and the July 2025 test at 37,688 miles, the car covered 8,977 miles in twelve months. Over its full five-year life, the average sits at approximately 7,538 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and type. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the recorded data. The annual testing pattern has been regular, with no missed years, suggesting the car has been kept in active use rather than sitting idle for extended periods. The only recorded defects in the entire MOT history were a set of worn front brake pads and two tyres worn close to the legal limit, all flagged on 12 July 2024. These are consumable items and entirely expected on a sports car driven with any enthusiasm. The front brake pads measured below 1.5 mm, indicating they were genuinely at end-of-life rather than borderline. Both the offside front and nearside rear tyres were noted as worn on the edge, which could point to slightly aggressive cornering habits or a wheel alignment that favours the outer shoulders. Neither defect suggests neglect of a serious mechanical system. A buyer inspecting this car in person should focus on the condition of the rear brake pads and discs, which have not been flagged but represent the next likely consumable replacement on a rear-wheel-drive car with front-biased braking wear. The suspension bushes and coil springs deserve attention given the car's age and the kind of driving an MX-5 typically endures. A close visual check of the sills, jacking points, and subframes for any signs of corrosion is prudent, as these structural areas are the primary long-term risk on any modern Mazda. The tyre wear pattern from the 2024 advisory suggests having the four-wheel alignment verified, particularly if the car has been used on track days or driven hard on B-roads.