2014 Mazda 2 1.3L Petrol · DA14 UOS

The 2014 Mazda 2 presents a stable and well-maintained roadworthiness profile at the point of its most recent assessment. The November 2025 test, conducted at 77,005 miles, passed cleanly with zero defects recorded. That clean bill of health follows a pattern of generally sound upkeep, though the record reveals a notable mechanical event in October 2024 that warrants attention. The maintenance trend is broadly improving, with the most recent test showing no outstanding issues, but the 2024 failure highlights a period of deferred suspension work that a buyer should verify has been properly resolved. Mileage accumulation sits at approximately 6,417 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and suggests consistent, moderate use rather than prolonged standing or extreme annual distances. The progression is steady: 62,380 miles recorded in July 2022, rising to 68,838 miles by November 2023, then 72,183 miles in October 2024, and finally 77,005 miles in November 2025. The gap between the October 2024 and November 2025 tests accounts for roughly 4,822 miles over thirteen months, indicating regular use without dramatic spikes or suspicious drops that might suggest odometer tampering or extended periods off the road. The October 2024 failure is the most significant data point in this vehicle's history. On that date, the tester flagged a fractured or broken offside rear coil spring alongside excessively worn lower suspension ball joints on both the nearside and offside front. These are not minor consumable items. A broken coil spring compromises ride height, handling stability, and can cause uneven tyre loading, while worn ball joints introduce dangerous play in the front suspension geometry, potentially leading to unpredictable steering behaviour at speed. The fact that the retest on the same day passed confirms the repairs were completed, but a prospective buyer should still inspect the replacement components in person. Check the condition of both rear coil springs for any signs of corrosion, cracking, or sag, and verify that the front suspension ball joints have no perceptible play when the front end is raised. Examine the inner edges of the front tyres for uneven wear patterns that could indicate the suspension geometry was disturbed during repair. Beyond the suspension work, the July 2022 test flagged both front tyres worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge, suggesting possible misalignment or underinflation at that time. With no tyre-related advisories appearing in subsequent tests, it appears the issue was addressed, but a close inspection of current tyre condition and alignment is still prudent. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough underbody inspection for corrosion is advisable, particularly around suspension mounting points, subframes, and sills, as structural integrity concerns can develop silently on vehicles of this vintage even when MOT records remain clean.