2018 Mazda 2 1.5L Petrol · OE67 WHT

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status with a consistent history of passes across its recorded life. The most recent test in October 2025 at 23,320 miles resulted in a pass, though it introduced an advisory for a nearside rear tyre showing signs of cracking. This indicates that while the mechanical components remain sound, the low-use nature of the car is leading to age-related rubber degradation rather than mechanical mileage wear. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,900 miles per year. Data shows a significant gap between January 2022 at 8,875 miles and November 2022 at 9,346 miles, representing a period of minimal movement. Since the 2023 test, the car has covered roughly 11,000 miles over a twenty-four month interval. This pattern suggests the vehicle sits for long periods, which can lead to flat spotting on tyres, dried out seals, and fluid stagnation not captured by standard MOT inspections. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the tyres, as the perishing noted in the 2025 record suggests the rubber may be reaching the end of its flexibility despite sufficient tread depth. Given the low mileage, the brake discs should be checked for surface corrosion or pitting caused by lack of consistent use. The suspension bushes should also be examined for cracking, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from environmental weathering rather than mechanical fatigue in these components.