2009 Mazda 2 1.3L Petrol · FY59 EXX

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care in recent years. The latest test in June 2025 at 77,956 miles identified a critical safety concern regarding a corroded offside front brake pipe covered in grease. While the car passed, the presence of corrosion on a hydraulic line alongside recurring tyre wear across multiple years suggests that mechanical components are only being addressed when they reach a point of failure during the annual inspection. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a seventeen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between September 2017 and November 2021, where the car covered only 19,701 miles over four years. Since 2021, usage has increased sharply, with nearly 40,000 miles recorded between the 2021 and 2025 tests. This pattern of low-mileage use often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seals, and brake lines, which correlates with the findings in the latest record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underside to check for structural integrity and the extent of surface corrosion. The corroded brake pipe noted in 2025 is a symptom of wider environmental damage that may affect the chassis or other fuel and brake lines. Furthermore, the consistent history of tyres worn on the edges across almost every test indicates potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that have not been professionally rectified. Verify the state of the brake discs and pads, as the record shows thin pads as far back as 2020.