2018 Mazda 2 1.5L Petrol · SM67 HFZ

The vehicle presents a generally sound mechanical picture, with a stable and recently improving maintenance trend. The most recent test on 3 March 2026 at 39,892 miles resulted in a pass, though the tester flagged perishing on both rear tyres and a corroded nearside front outer brake pipe obscured by grease. These are minor but notable items. The record shows a clear pattern of resolving faults, with the previous two tests in February 2025 addressing a fractured offside front coil spring and a failed wiper blade, both of which were rectified promptly. The mileage accumulation is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 4,986 miles per year. The record shows a gap of approximately 3,180 miles between the February 2025 test at 36,712 miles and the March 2026 test at 39,892 miles, indicating a recent uptick in use after a period of lighter running. The earlier intervals, from 33,564 miles in February 2024 to 36,712 miles in February 2025, show a similar steady but low annual pattern. This low mileage typically reduces wear on major mechanical components, though prolonged periods of standing can accelerate rubber deterioration and localised corrosion, which aligns with the perishing tyres and corroded brake pipe noted in the latest test. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension and braking system. The fractured offside front coil spring flagged in February 2025 was replaced, but the condition of the nearside spring and the front suspension bushes and dampers warrants close examination for uneven wear or corrosion. The corroded nearside front brake pipe, specifically noted as covered in grease or other material, requires thorough investigation. A buyer should inspect the full length of the metal brake lines for surface corrosion, chafing, and any signs of fluid seepage, particularly at unions and where the pipes pass through the chassis. The rear tyres showing cracking or perishing suggest age-related deterioration rather than wear, so their manufacture date and overall sidewall condition should be checked, along with the spare if fitted.