2004 Mazda 2 1.4L Petrol · HD04 HJX

The Mazda 2 presents as roadworthy following a clean pass on 5 February 2026 at 87,344 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the recorded history. The most recent test came one day after a failure on 4 February 2026 at identical mileage, yet the DVSA record lists no defects for either entry. This suggests an administrative or process anomaly at the testing station rather than a mechanical fault, as the subsequent pass required no recorded rectification. Annual mileage has been exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 3,970 miles per year against the 87,344 miles now shown. The record moves from 77,273 miles on 31 January 2023 to 81,338 on 29 January 2024, then 84,362 on 10 February 2025, and 87,344 on 5 February 2026. The gaps show consistent yearly use of around 3,000 to 4,000 miles with no sudden accumulation or dormant periods. The MOT data itself is sparse, carrying no advisories or defects across any of the five entries. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of structural corrosion and suspension bushes given the vehicle's age and the absence of any recorded advisories that might otherwise track wear. Long standing intervals between use can accelerate perishing of rubber components and brake caliper seizing even where the MOT shows a clear sheet. The unexplained fail-pass sequence in February 2026 warrants a request for the test station's documentation to confirm no hidden brake or emissions issue was present. No recurring mechanical faults emerge from the history to indicate worsening condition. The clean record implies previous owners kept basic statutory testing in order, though the lack of advisories offers no insight into consumable life such as tyres or wiper blades. Physical verification of underside integrity and brake disc condition remains the prudent step before purchase.