2014 Mazda 2 1.3L Petrol · YM14 XEJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent test in July 2025 at 63,114 miles identified a worn nearside front suspension arm bush and a damaged engine mounting, alongside low front brake pads. While the car passed, the recurring nature of suspension component wear across multiple years suggests that parts are only addressed once they reach the point of failure or trigger an MOT advisory. At 63,114 miles, this Mazda 2 has covered significantly less distance than its age, averaging approximately 5,260 miles per year. This low usage profile correlates with the documented degradation of rubber-based components. Between July 2022 and July 2023, the vehicle covered only 4,136 miles, yet the tester found heavily perished rear tyres and worn shock absorber bushes. This indicates the car likely sits for long periods, which leads to dry rot in tyres and the hardening of suspension bushings despite the low tread depth. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the ball joints and arm bushes have been flagged for play consistently between 2023 and 2025. The tester noted the offside front ball joint was excessively worn in 2024, causing an initial failure before being rectified for the retest. The braking system also shows a history of pitting and scoring on the discs dating back to 2022, which is common in low-mileage vehicles not used frequently enough to clear surface rust. Check all tyres for sidewall cracking, as the record highlights multiple instances of age-related deterioration across the last three years.