2016 Mazda MX-5 1.5L Petrol · MX57 LEW

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by the most recent MOT test in September 2025 at 38,658 miles which passed with no recorded defects. This indicates that previous mechanical concerns identified in earlier tests were addressed. While the history shows intermittent brake-related advisories, the current clean pass suggests the vehicle is currently maintained to a functional standard for road use. The mileage pattern is significantly low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,866 miles per annum. The data shows consistent, low-intensity usage, with a gap of 4,626 miles between the September 2024 and 2025 tests. This low-frequency mileage typically reduces general wear-and-tear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it often correlates with specific issues related to corrosion and component-related failures when the car sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the rear braking system, as records show recurring pitting and scoring on the discs. In September 2022 at 24,645 miles the rear inner brake disc was flagged, followed by both rear discs being noted as worn or pitted at 34,032 miles in 2024. These faults are common in low-mileage cars where rust builds up on rotor surfaces due to lack of use. Verify that the calipers are not seizing and that the surface corrosion has not caused deep pitting into the metal. Given the age and low mileage of this Mazda, a thorough check of the underbody is essential. Low-use vehicles are prone to surface rust in prioritised areas where structural integrity could be compromised, regardless of the miles driven. Specifically inspect the rubber components, such as suspension bushes and bushings, for cracking, as these materials degrade over a decade rather than through mechanical friction alone.