2009 Mazda 3 S 1.6L Other · AFZ 1622

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a clean MOT pass on 10 January 2026 at 108,382 miles. This recent result negates the previous failure recorded in November 2025 at 107,995 miles, although the record indicates no specific defects for that failure, suggesting an administrative error or a minor presentation issue that was immediately rectified. Since early 2023, the Mazda has maintained a consistent record without mechanical or structural failures across the last four consecutive tests. The mileage pattern is consistent with a lightly used seventeen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,375 miles per year. Between January 2023 and December 2024, the car covered 19,606 miles, indicating a period of higher usage compared to the overall annual average. However, the rate has slowed significantly, with only 9,127 miles recorded between December 2024 and January 2026. This lower mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it can occasionally increase the risk of rubber-based degradation or brake corrosion due to inactivity. Given the lack of recorded advisories in the digital history, a buyer must perform a physical inspection focused on common failure points for this generation of Mazda3. Examine the chassis for structural corrosion around the sills, wheel arches, and mounting points, as MOT testers often fail to flag surface rust until it becomes structural. You should also test the suspension bushes for signs of cracking and check the brake calipers for binding, as the clean record does not provide data on the remaining life of these consumable mechanical components.