2014 Mazda 2 1.3L Petrol · BJ64 FMA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred repairs regarding consumable safety components. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 14,220 miles passed, it followed a significant failure due to multiple tyre defects and electrical issues. The transition from a clean record in 2024 to recurring failures shortly thereafter suggests that the owner only addresses faults when prompted by the MOT tester rather than following a proactive maintenance schedule. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,185 miles per year. There is a notable gap between the March 2024 test at 12,589 miles and the April 2025 test at 13,951 miles, indicating the car sat for long periods. This low usage minimizes mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain but explains the degradation of rubber materials. The March 2026 failure for perishing tyres and a structural bulge on the tyre are classic symptoms of a vehicle that has suffered from age and stationary storage rather than road mileage. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of all rubber components and structural points. The failure in April 2025 regarding a torn anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover indicates that suspension bushings are beginning to perish from age despite the low use. The tester also noted corrosion on the front bumper mountings in 2026; while not an immediate failure, this warrants a check for deeper structural rust in the sills areas. Furthermore, the tyre pressure monitoring system has been flagged as malfunctioning in two consecutive years, suggesting a persistent electrical fault or sensor failure that remains unaddressed.