2011 Mazda 2 1.3L Petrol · MB61 ABY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent test on 8 September 2025 at 48,313 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following a failure just one mile prior. This outlier failure suggests a minor component adjustment or a sensor-related issue that was rectified immediately, rather than a systemic mechanical failure. Since then, the car has maintained a clean record across multiple years of testing cycles. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,200 miles per year. Between September 2022 at 22,868 miles and September 2024 at 38,956 miles, the car covered 16,088 miles, indicating consistent but light usage. The subsequent jump of 9,357 miles in the following year aligns with this established low-usage trend. Such low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine internal components, though it increases the risk of rubber-based degradation and fluid stagnation due to long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by low-mileage operation. While the MOT record shows no structural rust or mechanical failures, low use often leads to dry-rott, perished suspension bushes, and oxidisation of brake calipers. Inspect the brake discs for pitting and surface corrosion, as they may not have been used frequently enough to remain clean. Given the age, verify the condition of the tyre sidewalls and hoses, as these materials often outlast the tread depth on low-mile cars.