2018 Mazda Cx-3 2.0L Petrol · GX68 GPJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning shift toward reactive rather proactive care. While the latest test in August 2025 at 30,324 miles passed, it followed a significant failure just two miles prior. That failure identified critical structural defects in three tyres, including a cut reaching the cords and structural separation/tears, alongside a defective rear wiper blade. This indicates that the owner only addresses safety defects when forced by an MOT failure rather than performing routine preventative checks. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,800 miles per year. Between the 2021 test at 13,527 miles and the 2025 test at 30,324 miles, the car covered only 16,797 miles. This low usage explains the recurring advisories regarding tyre perishing and cracking noted from 2022 through 2024. When a vehicle sits stationary, the rubber compounds in tyres and wipers degrade due to age and environmental exposure rather than tread wear. A buyer must physically inspect the current set of tyres for sidewall damage and cracking, as the previous set suffered catastrophic structural failure. The brake system showed wear with thin pads noted in 2024 at 26,546 miles, which should be verified to ensure they have been replaced since then. Given the low mileage, the inspector should also check the brake discs for surface corrosion and check for seized calipers, which are common issues on vehicles that are infrequently driven.