2013 Mazda 2 1.3L Petrol · SN13 XMZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding corrosion-related components. While the car passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 47,222 miles, this followed a significant failure just day prior involving multiple brake pipe failures and tyre defects. The tester flagged persistent corrosion on both the front and rear sub-frames, which, while not yet deemed seriously weakened, indicates an ongoing process of oxidation that has not been addressed despite the low mileage. At 47,222 miles over 13 years, this Mazda has covered significantly less than the national average, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per year. The data shows consistent low-usage patterns, with only 800 miles recorded between the October 2024 and November 2025 tests, and another 800 miles in the 12 month period prior. This low-mileage profile often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and metal surfaces due to environmental exposure and lack of mechanical use, which aligns with the perishing tyres and structural rust noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and structural integrity. The record shows a chronic issue with corroded brake pipes, which escalated from slight damage in 2023 to excessively corroded sections causing failure in late 2025. The presence of grease on the nearside front brake pipe suggests previous attempts to mask or treat corrosion rather than replace the component. Furthermore, the sub-frames require close scrutiny for deep scaling pitting to ensure the corrosion has not reached a point of structural compromise, which would result in an immediate MOT failure.