2011 Mazda 2 1.5L Petrol · HG61 AEC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of clean pass results. The most recent inspection on 16 June 2025 at 65,072 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a failure just three miles prior on the same day. This suggests that while minor technical adjustments or immediate consumable replacements may have required a re-test, the overall mechanical and structural integrity remains compliant with DVSA standards across the last three testing cycles. The mileage pattern is notably low for a fifteen-year-old Mazda, averaging approximately 4,338 miles per year. Between the June 2023 and June 2024 tests the car covered 6,080 miles, while it covered 5,594 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests. This low usage typically indicates less wear on the drivetrain, engine components, and braking system. However, low-mileage vehicles often suffer from degradation of rubber-based components and seizing of brake calipers due to lack of use rather than mechanical fatigue. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components most susceptible to age rather than mileage. Given the lack of recorded advisories, the tester found no immediate structural corrosion or play in the suspension bushes, but the buyer should still check for hidden rust in the sills and rear wheel arches which are common on this era of Mazda. Inspect the tyres for flat spotting or sidewall rot, as low annual mileage often leads to rubber hardening despite sufficient tread depth. Ensure the brake components move freely to confirm that the pistons have not seized during periods of stationary use.