2010 Mazda 3 1.6L Petrol · AW10 JRW

The vehicle currently presents a concerning roadworthiness status characterized by a trend of reactive maintenance. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 67,114 miles, this followed a significant failure just two weeks prior. The transition from a clean record in 2024 to multiple mechanical failures involving engine mounts and suspension components indicates a recent decline in proactive upkeep. The current state suggests that repairs are only addressed when forced by an MOT failure rather than through a preventative schedule. At 16 years old, the recorded mileage of 67,114 miles is remarkably low, averaging approximately 4,200 miles per year. However, the low usage likely masks age-related perishability. Between October 2023 and October 2025, the car covered only 11,386 miles, yet it suffered from critical failures including brake pads and fractured engine mounts. This pattern suggests the vehicle may sit stationary for long periods, which often leads to degradation of rubber components and corrosion in fluid systems despite the low mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as both the nearside and offside lower arm ball joints were flagged for play in the October 2025 test. The damage to the engine sump and oil filter noted in that same period is particularly concerning, as it suggests an impact that could have compromised internal oil integrity. Given the broken gearbox mount and fractured engine mounting identified in the October 2025 failure, check for excessive engine vibration or shifting during the test drive to ensure these repairs were executed correctly rather than just patched.