2010 Mazda Demio 1.3L Petrol · RX59 HGP

The 2010 Mazda Demio presents a stable and largely reassuring roadworthiness profile at its most recent MOT on 16 October 2025, when it passed at 33,171 miles. The maintenance trend is broadly improving, with the 2024 and 2025 tests showing only minor, easily rectified defects compared to the slightly more notable advisories recorded in 2023. The vehicle has consistently passed its annual tests, indicating a baseline level of mechanical care has been maintained throughout its life. The mileage accumulation is exceptionally low for a vehicle of this age, averaging just 2,073 miles per year over sixteen years. The record shows a steady and gradual increase from 25,074 miles in October 2021 to 33,171 miles by October 2025, with no sudden jumps or suspicious gaps in the data. This pattern suggests the car has been used sparingly, likely for short urban trips, rather than sitting unused for extended periods. Such low mileage typically limits wear on major mechanical components, though it can sometimes lead to deterioration of rubber parts and tyres from age rather than use. The most recent test on 16 October 2025 flagged both front tyres wearing on their inner edges, a condition that points to potential misalignment or worn suspension bushes and tracking issues. This is a recurring theme, as the 2023 test also noted tyre-related wear and perishing. A buyer should have the front suspension, steering geometry, and wheel alignment inspected thoroughly to determine if the inner edge wear is an ongoing fault or a one-off issue now resolved. The 2023 advisory regarding a slightly damaged or perishing offside rear tyre further supports the need to check all four tyres for age-related cracking, particularly given the car's low annual mileage. Beyond the tyres, the 2023 advisory concerning the offside headlamp lens suggests possible moisture ingress or a degraded lens seal, which could affect light output over time. While the tester did not deem it serious at that test, a buyer should verify the headlamp's clarity and function. Given the vehicle's age and low mileage, a careful underbody inspection for corrosion, particularly on brake lines, subframes, and suspension mounting points, is advisable. The MOT record is clean of structural or braking defects, but a physical inspection will confirm whether the car's light use has preserved its underside or if age-related deterioration has begun.