2022 Mazda CX-30 Sport LUX Mhev Auto 2.0L Petrol · SN72 HCA

The vehicle presents a clean roadworthiness status following the most recent inspection on 11 August 2026, with no recorded defects or failures. However, the record reveals a pattern of rear-end wear established during the previous annual test on 8 September 2025, where both the rear brake discs and the offside rear shock absorber were flagged. This history indicates that while the vehicle is currently legal and functional, the rear suspension and braking components are approaching the end of their serviceable life, requiring close monitoring to ensure continued safety. The recorded mileage of 40,171 miles over the vehicle's lifespan suggests a usage pattern consistent with average annual accumulation of approximately 10,000 miles. This moderate usage level implies that the wear observed in the rear brake discs and shock absorber is likely due to component ageing rather than excessive hard driving or heavy loads. Consequently, the mechanical degradation flagged in the advisories is characteristic of a vehicle that has been driven regularly but has not necessarily been subjected to the harsh conditions that would accelerate wear on other drivetrain components. Given the advisory regarding the rear brake discs, a test drive should focus on braking performance, specifically listening for any high-pitched squealing or grinding noises and feeling for any steering wheel vibration or brake pedal judder during deceleration. Inspect the rear wheels for uneven pad wear or excessive disc thickness variation, which would indicate the brakes are not functioning symmetrically. Regarding the rear shock absorber, look for signs of fluid leakage on the strut body or the surrounding dust boot, and during the test drive, observe the rear of the vehicle for excessive bouncing or a lack of damping when driving over speed bumps or undulating road surfaces.