2009 Mazda 2 1.3L Petrol · SJ59 XPB

This 2009 Mazda 2 has a relatively low mileage of 87,118 miles, averaging roughly 5,125 miles per year. While this suggests lighter use, the low annual mileage can often lead to age-related degradation of rubber components and fluids due to periods of inactivity. The most recent MOT from January 2026 shows a pass, but it followed a failure regarding headlight aim and a perishing offside front tyre. Looking at the history, there is a clear pattern of age-related deterioration rather than heavy mechanical wear. You are seeing recurring issues with rubber components, specifically brake hoses showing corrosion and tyres perishing or wearing unevenly. The vehicle's condition trend appears to be stable but shows signs of typical age-related decay. While the mechanical failures are relatively minor (tyres, lights, and track rod ends), the repeated mentions of corrosion on brake hoses and pipes suggest that the braking system's auxiliary components are beginning to succumb to their age. The low mileage is an ambiguous signal; it likely means the car hasn't been driven hard, but the documented tyre cracking and brake hose corrosion are classic symptoms of a vehicle that may have sat idle for stretches, allowing rubber to perish and moisture to encourage corrosion. Before purchasing, you must inspect the condition of all tyres for sidewall cracking and check the underside of the car for any significant corrosion on the brake lines and chassis. You should also verify that the headlight alignment is correct and that the suspension components, specifically the track rod ends, feel tight and secure.