2021 Mazda MX-5 GT Sport Tech 2.0L Petrol · HT21 DXP

The 2021 Mazda MX-5 GT Sport Tech presents a stable and well-maintained roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT, conducted on 24 November 2025 at 50,598 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This clean bill of health, following a pattern of consecutive passes, indicates the vehicle has been kept in sound mechanical order with no emerging or recurring faults. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 10,120 miles per year, which is typical for a sports car of this age. The record shows steady progression from 38,406 miles in February 2024 to 46,094 miles by December 2024, then a more modest climb to 50,598 miles by late 2025. That slower accumulation over the final 12 months suggests lighter recent use or a change in ownership pattern, but nothing irregular. The only blemish in the entire history was a trivial February 2024 failure for non-conforming front and rear registration plates, rectified within 24 hours the following day. This is a documentation issue, not a mechanical one. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still conduct a thorough in-person inspection. The MX-5's low-slung chassis makes it vulnerable to subframe and sill corrosion, particularly around the jacking points and rear wheel arches. Check for uneven tyre wear that could point to worn suspension bushes or misaligned tracking, especially given the car's rear-wheel-drive dynamics and likely spirited use. Inspect the condition of the brake discs and pads, the operation of the calipers, and the integrity of the exhaust system, as sports cars driven hard often show accelerated wear in these areas. The soft-top mechanism deserves close attention. Verify the roof operates smoothly, seals correctly, and shows no signs of water ingress on the interior carpets or around the door frames. At just over five years old with moderate mileage, this example appears mechanically sound on paper, but a pre-purchase inspection by a specialist remains the surest way to confirm structural integrity and detect any issues that MOT tests do not always capture.