2006 Mazda 2 1.4L Petrol · WA56 OEL

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT test on 19 December 2025 at 112,414 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car consistently achieves a pass following immediate retests. The presence of failures in January 2024 and December 2025 suggests that minor issues are identified and rectified promptly to meet compliance standards rather than indicating a progressive mechanical decline or structural neglect. The mileage profile is notably low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. Data shows a significant gap in usage between the January 2024 test at 107,190 miles and the January 2025 test at 110,175 miles, representing only 2,985 miles covered over a year. While this low mileage reduces overall wear on the drivetrain and engine, the long intervals of stationary time can lead to age-related degradation of components such as perished rubber seals, seized brake calipers, or fluid contamination due to lack of active use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as older Mazdas are prone to corrosion that may not always manifest until it becomes significant. Given the low usage, inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking, as these fail due to age rather than distance. Check the brake system for internal pitting or uneven wear, as vehicles that sit for long periods often develop surface rust on discs and sticky slider pins despite a clean MOT record.