2007 Mazda MX-5 2.0L Petrol · PJ07 YKD

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend over the last five years. The most recent test in October 2025 at 81,142 miles noted only general underbody corrosion, which matches the advisory issued during the September 2024 test. While the car continues to pass without failures, the recurring mention of corrosion indicates a progressive environmental issue that requires monitoring to prevent structural failure in the future. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a nineteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,270 miles per year. The data shows very little movement between 2021 and 2025, with the odometer increasing by only 1,085 miles over that four-year period between the first two tests. This low usage suggests the car has been used sporadically or kept stationary for long periods, which can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, or aforementioned seized brake calipers despite the low mechanical wear on the drivetrain. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the chassis to assess the severity of the reported corrosion. Since the tester has flagged this issue twice recently, it is critical to check the sills, rear wheel arches, and suspension mounting points for deep-seated rust that may go beyond surface oxidation. Given the low mileage, the inspection should also evaluate the age of the tyres and the condition of rubber suspension bushes, as these components often perish and age out before they wear out on low-mileage vehicles.