2008 Mazda 2 1.4L Diesel · DV58 NPZ

The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status, showing an improving trend in maintenance discipline. The most recent test conducted on 26 August 2025 at 168,051 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories. This represents a significant shift from previous years where the vehicle failed its initial inspections. The transition from failures to a clean pass suggests that the current owner has proactively addressed underlying mechanical or structural issues that previously prevented the car from meeting standards. The mileage data reflects a consistent usage pattern of approximately 9,300 miles per year, which aligns well with typical national averages for a vehicle of this age. Between September 2023 and September 2024, the car covered 10,418 miles, followed by another 9,441 miles leading into the late 2024/2025 tests. This regular interval indicates the car has not suffered from long periods of standing, which often leads to seal degradation and internal corrosion in older Japanese hatchbacks. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the underbody and suspension components, given the history of failures at 148,192 and 158,610 miles. While the recent passes are encouraging, the previous failures suggest the vehicle may have struggled with components such as suspension bushes or early structural corrosion common to this Mazda generation. Inspect the vehicle for surface rust on the sills and rear mounting points, as the high mileage of 168,000 miles places significant stress on rubber bushings and drivetrain mounts regardless of the clean MOT result.