2006 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · KD56 COU

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a successful MOT test on 13 June 2025 at 81,554 miles. This result followed a failure just two days prior, which suggests a minor, easily rectified issue was addressed immediately before the re-test. The absence of recorded defects across the 2024 and 2025 tests indicates that the car is currently maintained to a high operational standard without recurring mechanical failures or structural degradation. The mileage profile is notably low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. The data shows consistent but infrequent usage, with 2,632 miles covered between June 2023 and June 2024, and another 2,658 miles between June 2024 and June 2025. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it often increases the risk of degradation in rubber-based components and corrosion on brake assemblies if the vehicle sits stationary for long periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, as MX-5 models of this era are prone to corrosion in the sills, wheel arches, and rear subframe. Given the low annual mileage, check the brake calipers for seized pistons and look for cracked or perished suspension bushes that age based on time rather than distance. Inspect the brake discs for surface pitting or rust, as the infrequent use may have led to significant oxidation on the braking surfaces.