2004 Mazda 2 1.4L Petrol · FM04 XND

The most recent MOT on 2 November 2022 at 103,379 miles recorded a pass with no defects, confirming roadworthiness at that date. Earlier failures in 2015 and 2020 have not recurred in subsequent tests, indicating a stabilising maintenance trend, though the vehicle now exceeds the statutory MOT interval and will require a fresh examination. A 2004 Mazda 2 with 103,379 miles averages roughly 4,700 miles per year, well below typical usage for its age. Mileage increments show steady progression: 30,920 mi in June 2011 to 36,317 mi in May 2012 (+5,397 mi), then to 42,986 mi in June 2013 (+6,669 mi), and a consistent rise of around 10,000 mi each year between 2016 and 2019. The final two years display modest growth of 4,598 mi (2021) and 223 mi (2022), suggesting no periods of neglect or sudden high‑kilometre use. A prospective buyer should check rear tyre tread carefully, as both rear tyres failed the 12 February 2020 test for being below the 1.6 mm minimum. Inspect the rear axle swivel pins and bushes for excessive wear, a condition flagged in the same 2020 test. Front brake discs should be examined for scoring or thinning, given the 26 October 2021 advisory on front disc wear. Verify that the shock absorbers are free of oil mist, as a light mist was noted in the 2021 inspection. Look for corrosion on metal brake pipe joints and any lingering rear exhaust leaks, issues that have appeared intermittently since 2013. Finally, confirm that the track‑rod end ball joints are secure; excessive play was recorded in May 2014 but not thereafter, implying they may have been replaced, yet visual confirmation is prudent.