2013 Mazda 2 1.3L Petrol · LF13 OJW

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 19 August 2025 at 88,314 miles, but this followed a failure just days earlier at the same mileage, revealing persistent issues that were not resolved between tests. The maintenance trend is worsening, not improving, with critical defects recurring across multiple tests — particularly in the front suspension, tyres, and windscreen wipers. The fact that the same offside front tyre was flagged as worn close to the legal limit in both 2025 and 2023, alongside a failed anti-roll bar bush in 2025, suggests ongoing neglect of basic wear items and suspension integrity. The recorded mileage of 88,314 over 13 years averages 6,793 per year, which is typical for a car of this age. However, the gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests shows only 5,192 miles covered in 12 months, while the jump from 76,839 in August 2023 to 83,122 in August 2024 indicates 6,283 miles in a single year — a normal rate. The absence of any test between August 2022 and August 2023 raises a minor red flag, though not unusual. The consistency in annual mileage suggests regular use, but the failure to address recurring faults between tests implies inconsistent or minimal maintenance. A buyer must inspect the front suspension thoroughly, especially the anti-roll bar bushes and ball joints, which have been flagged as excessively worn in two consecutive tests. The offside front tyre’s repeated edge wear points to misalignment or worn suspension components, and the windscreen wiper failure indicates a lack of routine upkeep. The rear tyres have shown cracking and perishing since 2023, suggesting possible long-term underuse or exposure to the elements. The headlamp lens contamination is a minor issue, but its recurrence hints at poor cleaning habits. There is no record of corrosion or structural damage, but the suspension and tyre degradation warrant a professional suspension and brake inspection before purchase.