2017 Mazda MX-5 1.5L Petrol · N44 MBN

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent testing data. The final MOT conducted on 22 May 2023 at 36,215 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car met all legal standards at that time. This follows a period of clean passes in 2022, suggesting that the vehicle has been maintained without significant mechanical failures or structural degradation. The mileage pattern is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. A significant gap in usage exists between September 2021 and October 2021, where the car covered only one mile, followed by an increase of 2,000 miles prior to the 2022 test. This low mileage suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though the long periods of standing can sometimes lead to secondary issues such as seized brake calipers, flat-spotted, or perished rubber bushings which are not always captured in a standard MOT test. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity, as low-mile MX-5 models are prone to corrosion in the sills and wheel arches regardless of distance driven. Given the clean record since the 2021 failure, the mechanical components appear healthy, but the inspector should check for signs of fluid leaks or perished hoses due to the age of the vehicle. Verify the state of the brake fluid and suspension mounts to ensure the low usage has not resulted in material degradation over time.