2017 Mazda 2 1.5L Petrol · BC66 UST

The Mazda 2 holds a current MOT valid until 27 June 2026, having passed its most recent test on that date at 56,922 miles. The maintenance trend is broadly stable but shows a recurring pattern of neglect around tyre condition. The tester flagged a nearside rear tyre at 3mm tread with heavy perishing and a solid TPMS warning light during the 2025 pass, indicating the vehicle is being presented for test with consumables already at or near legal minima. This is not a one-off. The same axle and the same failure modes have appeared consistently across multiple annual tests, suggesting tyre upkeep is reactive rather than preventative. The mileage accumulation is unremarkable for a 2017 vehicle. Covering roughly 6,325 miles per year, the car sits squarely within typical annual usage. The record shows a notable jump of 8,967 miles between August 2022 at 34,602 miles and August 2023 at 45,171 miles, which may reflect a change of keeper or a period of heavier commuting. Subsequent tests in 2024 and 2025 show a return to more moderate annual distances of around 2,784 and 2,784 miles respectively. There are no significant gaps in the MOT record that would raise concern about long-term standing or clocking. A buyer should focus attention on the rear tyres and the TPMS system before purchase. The nearside rear tyre has been flagged for cracking or perishing in 2023, 2024, and 2025, while the offside rear suffered a cut deep enough to expose ply or cords during the August 2024 failure. This repeated degradation points to possible age-related deterioration, underinflation, or prolonged standing. The solid TPMS warning lamp illuminated in 2025 warrants investigation — it could indicate a faulty sensor, a slow puncture, or a system fault rather than simply low pressure. Beyond tyres, the absence of any suspension, braking, or structural corrosion advisories across five years of testing is a positive sign. Still, a physical inspection of the rear suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake components is advisable given the age and the pattern of tyre wear, which can sometimes point to underlying alignment or damping issues not severe enough to trigger a test failure.