2012 Mazda 2 1.3L Petrol · BK12 RZH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows the first sign of mechanical wear degradation. The most recent test in July 2025 at 112,383 miles identified a minor defect regarding the offside front inner track rod end which exhibited slight play. This marks a shift from the previous three years between 2021 and 2024 where the vehicle passed with no recorded defects, suggesting that components are now reaching age. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year over its fourteen-year life. Between August 2021 (77,555 miles) and July 2025 (112,383 miles), the car covered roughly 35,000 miles at steady intervals. This regular accumulation suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to long periods of neglect or extreme short-trip drives which often lead to premature degradation of rubber components and brake assemblies. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the front suspension to determine if the noted track rod end wear has affected related steering components or suspension bushes. Since the tester flagged play in the inner tie rod, a thorough check of the steering rack and ball joints is necessary to ensure no further play is developing. Given the age of the Mazda, the inspection should also focus on potential structural corrosion around the sills and rear wheel arches, as these are common failure points for this model despite relatively low mileage.