2010 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · SM10 AEC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. It passed its most recent MOT on 28 July 2025 at 38,343 miles with no defects recorded. While the record shows failures on 11 July 2025 and 7 August 2024, the lack of listed defects for those failures is unusual and suggests administrative errors or minor issues resolved instantly during the test. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 2010 model, averaging roughly 2,396 miles per year. The car covered 6,878 miles between 7 August 2023 and 7 August 2024, but usage dropped significantly in the following year, adding only 6,878 miles by July 2025. This pattern indicates the vehicle is used sparingly, which reduces drivetrain wear but increases the risk of degradation from long periods of standing. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the chassis and sills for corrosion. Mazda MX-5s of this era are prone to structural rust, and a clean MOT record does not always guarantee the absence of surface oxidation in hidden areas. The low mileage suggests that rubber components, such as suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls, may have perished due to age rather than wear. Inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting caused by inactivity. The lack of recorded advisories over the last three years is positive, but the low annual mileage makes it essential to verify that the oil has been changed regularly regardless of distance. Check for any signs of perished seals or leaking dampers that often occur when a vehicle spends more time stationary than in motion.