2010 Mazda 2 1.3L Petrol · SA60 EYM

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, maintaining a clean testing record following a single initial failure. The most recent test on 14 August 2025 at 34,032 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum standards for road use. Since the failure recorded in August 2022, the vehicle has undergone three consecutive annual tests without a single advisory note or point of failure. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,127 miles per year. Between August 2023 and August 2024, the car covered only 1,373 miles, while the subsequent year saw an even more modest increase of 1,096 miles. This low usage suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it also increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber components and fluid breakdown due to long periods of potential stationary time. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to perish in low-mileage, older Japanese cars. Check the chassis for structural corrosion on the sills, wheel arches, and brake lines, as moisture often settles on stationary vehicles. Examine the suspension bushes for cracking and test the brake calipers for seized pistons, as infrequent use can prevent them from moving. Additionally, inspect the tyres for sidewall rot, as the age of the rubber likely exceeds its safe life regardless of the remaining tread depth.