2013 Mazda 2 1.3L Petrol · CE13 AAV

The vehicle shows a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care, with the most recent MOT in February 2025 at 120,715 miles indicating a successful pass only after addressing several significant mechanical failures. While the car is currently compliant, the maintenance trend appears to be worsening as the vehicle ages. The frequency and nature of the failures have escalated from minor lighting and tyre issues in earlier years to more serious suspension and braking component failures in recent tests. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical usage pattern for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,286 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 23,045 miles in 2016 to 120,715 miles in 2025. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, which suggests the vehicle has been in regular use. However, the jump from 89,640 miles in March 2023 to 106,446 miles in March 2024 shows a period of higher annual mileage, which correlates with the increased frequency of component wear noted in the subsequent tests. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension system and braking components. The MOT history reveals recurring issues with suspension integrity, specifically noting a fractured offside rear coil spring in February 2025, a failed nearside rear coil spring and leaking shock absorber in March 2023, and an excessively worn offside front lower suspension arm ball joint and bush in February 2025. These repeated failures suggest the suspension components are reaching the end of their service life or are being subjected to heavy wear. The braking system also requires close scrutiny. The March 2024 test at 106,446 miles flagged both front brake pads as being below the legal limit and both front brake discs as being heavily corroded on the inner and outer edges. Given that the vehicle has recently passed without advisories, the brakes may have been serviced, but the history of significant wear and corrosion indicates a tendency for components to be run to the point of failure. Checking for any signs of binding calipers or uneven disc wear is highly recommended.