2016 Mazda MX-5 2.0L Petrol · HS16 ADO

The vehicle presents a generally stable roadworthiness profile, though the most recent test on 15 July 2026 at 31,623 miles indicates a developing issue with the braking system. The tester flagged a near-side front service brake binding, albeit not excessively. This follows a clean pass in July 2025 at 29,874 miles, suggesting that while the car is maintained, minor mechanical issues regarding brake components are beginning to surface. The mileage pattern shows very low usage for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,162 miles per year. The data shows consistent, incremental growth between tests, such as the 1,809-mile increase between the July 2024 and July 2025 inspections. This low annual mileage often correlates with the corrosion issues noted in the record. Specifically, the July 2024 test at 28,065 miles flagged corroded rear brake discs, and the July 2023 test at 26,366 miles noted rust on the rear inner brake discs. Such patterns typically suggest the vehicle spends significant time stationary, allowing surface oxidation to build on unventilated or lightly used components. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, specifically checking for seized calipers or sticking pistons given the recent binding advisory. The history of corrosion on the rear discs and inner components warrants a close look at the underside of the car to check for more significant structural rust or degradation of the exhaust and fuel lines. While the 2019 test flagged a worn offside rear upper suspension arm bush, the subsequent clean passes suggest this was addressed or has not progressed. Finally, pay attention to consumable items like wiper blades and tyres, which have appeared intermittently in the records, such as the defective wipers in 2020 and 2023 and the tyre issues in 2019 and 2024. These are minor maintenance points, but they reinforce the need to ensure the current owner has kept up with basic upkeep despite the low frequency of driving.