2015 Mazda 2 1.3L Petrol · AX15 EJA

The vehicle presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 9 April 2026 at 59,148 miles. The sole advisory from that most recent test concerns front brake pads wearing thin, a standard consumable wear item rather than a structural or mechanical failure. Comparing the 2026 result against the 2025 and 2023 entries shows a clear resolution of previous tyre defects. The 2023 failure, recorded on 23 March at 37,690 miles, flagged a cut reaching the ply on the nearside rear tyre and cracking on the offside rear. Both issues were rectified before the retest on the same day, and subsequent tests in 2024 and 2025 show no recurring tyre failures, only minor advisories. This pattern indicates the previous owner addressed immediate safety defects promptly rather than neglecting them. The mileage accumulation tells a story of exceptionally low use. Between the 2023 test at 37,693 miles and the 2025 test at 45,645 miles, the vehicle covered 7,952 miles over roughly two years. Then, between April 2025 and April 2026, it added 13,503 miles in a single year. That jump is notable. It suggests either a change in ownership or a sudden shift from short local trips to regular longer journeys. The overall average of roughly 5,377 miles per year remains well below the UK typical of 8,000 to 12,000, but the recent acceleration means drivetrain and suspension components have experienced a sharp increase in loading after a period of relative dormancy. A buyer should inspect the tyres carefully despite the clean 2026 pass. The repeated advisories and the 2023 failure on both rear tyres point to either poor wheel alignment causing uneven wear or a habit of kerbing. Check the inner and outer sidewalls for fresh cuts, bulges, or perishing, and verify the date codes to confirm whether the current set postdates the 2025 advisory on the nearside front. Suspension bushes and coil springs deserve attention given the age and the sudden mileage increase; look for cracking rubber or corrosion on spring seats, particularly at the rear where tyre wear was concentrated. The front brake pad advisory at 59,148 miles is routine, but the discs should be measured for thickness and scoring. Finally, inspect the subframe and inner wing arches for corrosion, as vehicles sitting unused for extended periods can develop surface rust that progresses to structural concern if not treated.