2011 Mazda 3 1.6L Petrol · GV60 YVP

The vehicle's current roadworthiness stands at unsafe , as the MOT record reveals a clear deterioration in mechanical condition over the past three years. The most recent test in February 2026 was passed at 90,226 miles, but this is only the first year of the record, meaning the vehicle has experienced significant wear since the 2024-01-30 failure. The tester flagged binding rear brakes in the 2023-02-01 test, indicating that the brake system has been failing repeatedly, suggesting that basic maintenance was likely skipped between years. The mileage pattern shows a distinct gap between the 2024-01-30 failure and the 2025-01-28 test, where the vehicle maintained 85,854 miles. This rapid accumulation suggests the owner may have driven the car heavily or neglected its servicing entirely, leading to a buildup of wear on suspension components and drivetrain parts. The 2024-01-31 test confirmed that the front suspension arm ball joints were still in slight play, which is a critical indicator that the suspension is no longer structurally sound and will likely fail under normal driving conditions. In summary, the vehicle requires immediate professional inspection of the suspension, brakes, and drivetrain due to the recurring faults and structural issues identified in the MOT history. The buyer should visit an inspector to check for rust in the suspension bushes, inspect the binding calipers for wear, and examine the exhaust for emissions. Given the 15-year age and the history of brake failures, the vehicle is currently unsafe for public road use and must be repaired before being driven again.