2010 Mazda 2 1.3L Petrol · SN10 PRH

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent inspection on 14 June 2024 at 80,475 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record shows a pattern of immediate rectification prior to successful passes. In both 2023 and 2024, the car failed just days before a pass, suggesting the owner addresses specific faults only when prompted by testing rather than following a proactive preventative schedule. The mileage profile is notably low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,030 miles per year. Between the August 2022 test at 75,395 miles and the August 2023 test at 79,075 miles, the car covered only 3,680 miles. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, the long intervals between use can lead to issues such as corrosion on brake calipers or the degradation of rubber-based suspension components and bushings. Since the MOT history lists no specific mechanical defects for the failures, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity and rear chassis sills, as Mazda vehicles of this era are prone to corrosion. Given the low-usage pattern, check for flat spots on tyres and perished rubber hoses that age regardless of mileage. Inspect the brake discs for heavy surface rust or pitting, as vehicles that sit stationary often suffer from binding calipers or uneven braking performance.