2009 Mazda 2 1.3L Petrol · AV59 CZF

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in May 2025 at 150,658 miles shows a pass following a failure just two weeks prior. That failure revealed significant issues including an excessively worn offside inner drive shaft joint, defective headlamps, and worn steering column universal joints. While the car passed after repairs, the recurrence of multiple mechanical faults suggests that components are only addressed once they reach a point of failure. At 150,658 miles, the Mazda has averaged approximately 8,862 miles per year over its 17-year life, which aligns with typical usage. However, there is a notable gap in recorded mileage between September 2022 and April 2024, where the vehicle covered only 1,254 miles in seventeen months. Conversely, the car covered 1,731 miles in the short period between the April and May 2025 MOT tests. This irregular usage pattern often leads to the degradation of rubber components and perished tyres despite relatively low odometer readings. A buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension to address long-term risks. The 2021 record flagged corrosion across all front and rear brake pipes and deteriorating rear axle swivel bushes, which are critical structural concerns on a vehicle of this age. The inspector should also check for further play in the steering column and verify the integrity of the offside drive shaft joint, as these were recent points of failure. The presence of distorted wheels and per front tyres in the 2025 report indicates that alignment issues may be present or that basic consumable maintenance has been neglected.