2012 Mazda 3 1.6L Petrol · KY12 FHO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having achieved a clean pass in August 2025 at 75,821 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows signs of recent improvement following a failure in August 2024. While the car previously failed on minor items such as a defective bulb, wiper blade, and worn tyres, these were addressed immediately to secure a subsequent pass. The most recent record suggests the current owner is being proactive with basic safety requirements compared to the previous testing cycle. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 75,821 miles represents an average of approximately 5,400 miles per year. This low usage profile suggests the car has been used for short trips or remained stationary for extended periods. The intervals between tests are consistent, with roughly 3,000 to 4,000 miles driven annually between 2022 and 2025. However, low mileage on a vehicle of this age often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and fluids that are not reflected in mileage alone. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underbody, as the 2023 test flagged a high level of underbody corrosion and rust at 69,109 miles. While the vehicle passed since then, structural integrity is a progressive concern for this era of Mazda and requires close scrutiny for thinning metal or perforation. Additionally, the history of thin brake pads in both 2022 and 2023 indicates that the braking system requires regular attention. You should verify the current thickness of the pads and the condition of the discs to ensure the wear has not reached a limit since the last service.