2016 Mazda Cx-3 2.0L Petrol · HM60 WER

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, but the recent testing history indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While the car passed its test on January 2026 at 70,451 miles, it followed a failure just two days prior at 70,450 miles. This failure identified a non-functional seat belt, a faulty side repeater, and critically worn nearside rear brake pads and discs. The sequence suggests the previous owner neglected basic safety and consumable repairs until a formal test forced immediate intervention to maintain roadworthiness. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. Between May 2024 at 54,111 miles and January 2026 at 70,451 miles, the car covered over 16,000 miles, showing a steady usage profile. The gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests shows the vehicle was being tested at standard annual intervals. There is no evidence of a sudden spike in mileage that would indicate accelerated wear on the drivetrain or suspension components, though the low annual mileage can sometimes lead to corrosion on braking components if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system to ensure the recently replaced nearside rear disc and pads have been fitted correctly and that the opposite side is not nearing the same level of wear seen during the failure. The TPMS light noted in 2023 should also be verified, as this often indicates a faulty sensor or a slow leak that remains unaddressed. Given the recent failure of the seat belt mechanism, a manual check of the restraint tension and locking is essential. The overall history shows no structural defects, but the trend of minor electrical and mechanical failures suggests an owner who only addresses faults when necessary for legal compliance.