2009 Mazda MX-5 2.0L Petrol · JM 7350

The roadworthiness record for this vehicle is predominantly stable, characterized by a consistent series of passes and a clean result from the most recent test on 6 November 2025. The only significant mechanical failure in the provided history occurred in November 2021, where a major defect was recorded for imbalanced front brakes due to low effort on the offside. Outside of this isolated braking issue and some minor wear-and-tear items in 2024, the vehicle has demonstrated a consistent ability to meet MOT standards without recurring structural or mechanical defects. An accumulation of 92,263 miles over 17 years represents a low annual average of approximately 5,427 miles. This usage profile indicates that the vehicle has likely experienced long periods of inactivity or very light use. Mechanically, this often means that wear on the engine and drivetrain is lower than average, but it increases the likelihood of age-related degradation of rubber components, such as suspension bushes and seals, which can perish regardless of the mileage covered. Buyer inspection should focus on the braking system to ensure the 2021 imbalance has been fully rectified; during a test drive, feel for any steering pull or pedal judder under braking. Although the 2024 advisories regarding cracking and perishing front tyres were not present in the latest test, the current tyre sidewalls should be inspected for similar signs of age-related weathering. Finally, verify that the windscreen wipers are functioning effectively and not streaking, as these were previously flagged as defective.