2017 Mazda 2 1.5L Petrol · HV67 AFU

This Mazda has demonstrated consistent roadworthiness over the past five MOT cycles, with no defects recorded in any test since September 2021. The most recent inspection on 1 October 2025 confirmed the vehicle met all DVSA standards at 42,839 miles, indicating no immediate mechanical or structural concerns at the time. While the absence of advisories or failings suggests the vehicle has been maintained to pass the MOT, the lack of any recorded issues does not preclude underlying wear that may not yet affect test outcomes—such as gradual suspension deterioration, brake pad thickness beyond service thresholds, or corrosion in less accessible areas. The mileage progression reveals an unusually low annual average of approximately 4,760 miles, with notable gaps between tests. Between October 2021 and September 2022, the vehicle accumulated just 8,481 miles over 11 months, followed by another 4,053 miles in the subsequent year. This pattern suggests periods of light use or prolonged storage, which could accelerate certain forms of degradation—particularly in rubber components (e.g., suspension bushes, steering racks) and battery health. The most recent mileage jump from 35,651 to 42,839 miles between October 2024 and October 2025 (7,188 miles in a year) does not indicate excessive wear, but the irregularity warrants scrutiny of components prone to stagnation damage. Given the clean MOT history, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on suspension integrity , including coil springs for sagging or corrosion, and rear brake binding , a common issue in this model when pads wear unevenly. The front and rear tyre tread depths should be measured beyond the legal 1.6mm, as the lack of advisories does not confirm recent rotations or balancing. Exhaust emissions —though not failed—could warrant a visual check for leaks or catalytic converter efficiency, especially if the vehicle has been stored intermittently. Finally, underbody corrosion around wheel arches and sills should be assessed, as low mileage does not negate environmental exposure over nine years. A thorough brake fluid flush and power steering fluid check are also advisable, given the extended periods between services implied by the mileage gaps.