2010 Mazda 2 1.3L Petrol · DE60 CYP

The 2010 Mazda 2 shows a history of recurring mechanical wear and deferred maintenance despite its relatively low mileage. The most recent test on November 10,2025 at 84,351 miles passed, but only after a significant failure just four days prior. That failure highlighted critical safety-related issues in the steering and suspension, including an excessively worn nearside front suspension arm ball joint, a worn offside track rod end, and a damaged steering rack gaiter. While these items were reportedly rectified, the persistent presence of noise in the steering column and multiple failures regarding inner rack joints suggests that the steering assembly is reaching a point of significant systemic fatigue. At 84,351 miles over 16 years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 5,272 miles per year. This low-use profile often leads to the degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear, which is evident in the record. The tester frequently flagged issues with perished sidewalls and tyre failures, such as the 2021 and 2023 failures, alongside a structural failure on the offside front tyre in 2023. The front brake system shows a consistent trend of pitted and scored discs and thin pads that have been noted in almost every inspection since 2020, indicating that the owner only replaces components when they approach failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The vehicle's history is also marred by minor but persistent lighting and auxiliary faults. Headlamp lenses have been flagged as defective or inoperative across several years, and the windscreen washer system failed in the November 2025 test. Additionally, an oil leak from the sump noted in 2022 remains a point of concern, though it was described as not excessive. A buyer should closely inspect the steering rack for further play and ensure the recent suspension repairs were executed professionally, as the recurring nature of these faults suggests the front end components are prone to rapid degradation.