2007 Mazda MX-5 2.0L Petrol · WM56 FKN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward developing mechanical wear after several years of clean inspections. As of March 2026 at 72,116 miles, the tester identified slight play in the offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint and defective headlamp lenses. This marks a departure from the pristine records seen in 2023 and 2024, indicating that components are beginning to age and degrade. The mileage profile is notably low for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,800 miles per year. There is a significant gap of 12,923 miles covered between March 2025 at 59,193 miles and March 2026 at 72,116 miles. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, the intervals between use can lead to rubber component degradation and surface corrosion, which may align with the recent appearance of the anti-roll bar linkage fault. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the front suspension specifically, as the anti-roll bar linkage is already showing signs of failure. The 2025 test also noted thin front brake pads, so the remaining life and the condition of the discs must be verified. Given the age of this MX-5, close attention must be paid to structural corrosion in the sills and rear wheel arches, as these are common failure points for this model regardless of the low mileage recorded.