2008 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · LE57 FCA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having passed its most recent inspection in September 2025 with 114,316 miles. While the history shows a consistent pattern of passing, the presence of recorded failures immediately preceding the passes in both 2023 and 2025 suggests that defects are being rectified only upon the testing deadline. This indicates a reactive maintenance approach rather than proactive preventative care, though the vehicle currently meets all legal safety standards. At 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 114,316 miles averages to approximately 6,350 miles per year, which aligns with typical light usage for an older roadster. The data shows consistent use, with roughly 8,300 miles covered between September 2023 and September 2024, and another 8,400 miles covered in the following year. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which can often lead to accelerated age-related degradation of rubber components and fluid seals despite the low odometer readings. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, as this generation of Mazda MX-5 is prone to corrosion in the sills and rear wheel arches. Although the MOT records show no specific mechanical failures, the reactive nature of the previous repairs implies that items like suspension bushes and coil springs may be nearing their limits. Given the mileage and age, a thorough check of the brake lines and exhaust system is necessary to ensure that components not flagged by the tester are not currently operating at the limit of their safety margins.