2010 Mazda 2 1.3L Petrol · YC60 EOA

The vehicle currently presents as roadworthy following a clean pass in June 2025 at 76,461 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of recent improvement after a period of intermittent mechanical neglect. Between 2018 and 2024, the car frequently failed or received advisories regarding suspension components, steering, and braking systems. The most recent inspection cleared all previous defects, including the corroded rear coil springs and steering rack gaiter issues that caused a failure in June 2024. The mileage profile indicates low annual usage, averaging approximately 4,779 miles per year over its sixteen-year lifespan. This low usage is consistent with the recorded 76,461 miles. While low mileage often suggests less mechanical wear, the history reveals patterns typical of vehicles that sit idle for extended periods. This is evidenced by recurring advisories for perishing or cracking tyres in 2017, 2023, and 2024, as well as misted headlamp lenses. The gaps between tests, such as the period between January 2022 and May 2023, suggest inconsistent usage or ownership changes. A prospective buyer should focus heavily on the suspension and steering systems during a physical inspection. The record shows a long-term pattern of wear in the suspension arm bushes and ball joints, dating back to 2018, and significant issues with the steering rack and gaiters in 2024. Although the 2025 test was clear, the history of corroded rear coil springs and leaking shock absorbers suggests that rubber components and metal structural parts may be reaching the end of their service life due to age rather than mileage. Further attention should be paid to the braking system and tyre condition. The vehicle failed on significantly worn front brake discs and thin pads in May 2018, and while more recent tests passed, the history of uneven tyre wear and under-inflation indicates a need to check for alignment issues. Given the previous advisories regarding engine oil levels and underside covers obscuring inspections, a thorough check of the engine bay and underbody for leaks or hidden corrosion is advisable.