2011 Mazda 2 1.3L Petrol · JK06 GAR

The 2011 Mazda 2 holds a current roadworthy pass as confirmed by the DVSA test on 23 September 2025 at 84,866 miles, where the tester recorded no defects. The maintenance trend across the five available annual checks is stable, with no advisories or failures on mechanical or structural components. One anomaly appears in the prior day's entry: on 22 September 2025 at 84,864 miles the vehicle failed yet the record lists no defects, suggesting an administrative or presentation issue rather than a latent fault. Mileage progression reflects light use for a 15-year-old car. The October 2022 test at 54,969 miles gave way to 58,891 miles by October 2023, a gentle 3,922-mile increase. From October 2023 to October 2024 the clock advanced to 72,034 miles, adding 13,143 miles. A final 12,832 miles accrued by September 2025. This averages near 5,658 miles per year and points to a previous owner who limited long journeys or stored the car for extended periods. No recurring faults appear in the history, so serious risks such as binding calipers, worn suspension bushes or structural corrosion were never flagged. Still, a buyer must inspect those items in person. Aged rubber components like suspension bushes and coil springs degrade with time even at low mileage. The tester logged no exhaust emissions concerns, but a stagnant vehicle can suffer from perished hoses or mild underbody rust unseen in a brief test. The clean ledger implies the former keeper met basic upkeep, yet the unexplained fail underscores the need to review the original refusal notice. Examine brake discs for pitting after low-use spells and confirm tyre sidewalls lack cracking. The Mazda's record supports a sound purchase provided an independent inspection validates structural integrity and consumable condition.