1995 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · L18 BBR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, the July 2026 test at 70,795 miles passing with only a minor advisory on all four tyres showing slight cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d)(ii)). The maintenance trend is stable and improving; after a clean 2025 test at 70,333 miles, no new defects have emerged, and historic issues such as the 2015 headlamp dip failure and the 2012 brake imbalance have not recurred. Mileage accumulation over the vehicle’s life averages roughly 3,933 miles per year, a low figure for an 18‑year‑old car. The gap between the 2025 and 2026 MOTs covers about 462 miles over twelve months, indicating very limited use. Earlier records show occasional faults—track‑rod end dust‑cover deterioration in 2014, brake‑system imbalance and parking‑brake efficiency concerns in 2012—but these have not reappeared in the most recent inspections, suggesting effective remedial work. A buyer should inspect the tyre condition closely for cracking or perishing beyond the advisory level, examine the front track‑rod end joint covers for split or missing dust protection, and test the brake system for binding calipers, disc wear and parking‑brake engagement. The headlamp dip should be verified for full operation, and the chassis examined for corrosion or rust, particularly around suspension mounts and exhaust brackets. Finally, a visual check of suspension bushes and steering linkage integrity will confirm whether the low‑mileage history has preserved those components or if any hidden wear exists.