2014 Mazda 3 2.0L Petrol · DA64 EYL

The 2014 Mazda 3 presents as roadworthy following its most recent test on 25 July 2025 at 35,912 miles, where the vehicle passed with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable across the available history, with every annual examination from June 2022 through to July 2025 returning a pass and no advisories raised. A failed entry logged on 25 July 2025 at the same mileage carries no defects, indicating an administrative rejection rather than a mechanical fault, and the vehicle cleared on the same day. Mileage sits at 35,912 against an eleven-year service life, equating to roughly 2,993 miles per year. The records show gentle, consistent accumulation: 24,305 miles in June 2022, 27,125 in June 2023, 30,393 in June 2024, and 35,912 by July 2025. No gaps or sudden jumps appear. Such low use for the age suggests prolonged standing periods, which can allow corrosion and perished rubber components to develop unseen despite the clean test sheet. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers, as low-mileage cars left idle often suffer from seized linkages and flat-spotted tyres. The MOT data shows no structural integrity concerns or exhaust emission failures, yet the absence of advisories means wear items were simply within limits on the day. Given the sparse but clean record, verify underneath for rust on subframes and check that the brake discs are free of pitting from disuse. The history implies a cautious owner, but standing time rather than hard use is the real risk here.