2016 Mazda 2 1.5L Petrol · DG16 ABX

The December 2025 MOT at 67,205 miles records a pass, yet the tester flagged slight play in the near‑side front lower suspension arm ball joint, the off‑side front anti‑roll bar linkage ball joint and the off‑side track rod end ball joint, indicating that the vehicle’s mechanical condition remains unchanged from earlier tests. The odometer reading of 67,205 miles equates to roughly 6,720 miles per year for a 2016 model, a rate typical for its age. Mileage intervals show a modest rise from 36,107 miles in September 2020 to 49,022 miles by May 2022, then a jump of about 3,000 miles to 52,051 miles by May 2023, and a further increase of 15,154 miles to the current 67,205 miles by December 2025, suggesting periods of intensified use in the last two years. A buyer should therefore examine the suspension bushings and ball joints for excessive movement, verify tyre tread depth against the 1.6 mm legal limit, and inspect brake pad thickness and disc condition, as the 2022 failure recorded sub‑standard tyre wear and brake pad wear below 1.5 mm. Particular attention must also be given to the off‑side driveshaft gaiter for grease leakage and to the chassis for any signs of structural rust, especially around suspension mounting points, which could compromise long‑term integrity.