
The calendar never lies: Lesley has to part with our Mazda MX-5

Keys were locked in boot in coat pocket.
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Performance still entertains...

...but fuel filler flap is no longer flush
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Technician tinkers with car’s electronics
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Two new tyres were fitted
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