2004 Mazda 3 1.6L Petrol · CF04 TXW

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status despite a history of immediate test corrections. The most recent MOT conducted on 8 December 2023 at 165,482 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following a failure on the same day. This pattern suggests the owner addresses any identified mechanical faults immediately to achieve compliance. Given the current date of June 2026, the vehicle is now over two years overdue for its last recorded test. The mileage accumulation remains consistent with a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles annually. Between December 2021 and December 2022, the car covered 13,903 miles, while it clocked another 15,762 miles in the following year up to the December 2023 test. This steady indicates regular road use rather than long periods of standing, which often helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and brake seals. The lack of significant mileage gaps suggests a predictable usage history. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, as Mazdas of this era are prone to significant corrosion in the sills and rear wheel arches. While the MOT record shows no defects in the final passes, the high mileage warrants a close look at the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for signs of wear. Check for binding calipers or uneven brake wear. Since the vehicle is overdue for its MOT, a fresh professional inspection is mandatory to ensure no new mechanical failures have developed since the December 2023 entry.