2014 Mazda 3 2.2L Diesel · DY14 HSU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 at 96,027 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of proactive intervention following structural concerns in the previous year. While the 2025 test identified corrosion issues, the application of underseal protection prior to the most recent test indicates that the current owner is taking active steps to arrest further degradation of the metalwork. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per annum. The record shows steady accumulation, moving from 72,966 miles in May 2022 to 96,027 miles in May 2026. This regular usage suggests the car has not been subjected to long periods of stationary neglect, which often benefits components like engine seals and brakes, though the total mileage places standard wear on suspension bushings and rubber-related components. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the inner vehicle structure and sills. The May 2025 test at 88,898 miles flagged corrosion on both the nearside and offside rear inner structures near the mounting points. Although these did not meet the failure threshold at the time, rust on this model tends to be progressive. It is essential to verify that the recently applied underseal has properly sealed these areas rather than merely masking surface bubbling that could eventually compromise the structural integrity of the chassis.