2012 Mazda 3 2.2L Diesel · LL12 HTA

This Mazda 3 presents a stable and exceptionally clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 26 June 2025 at 137,514 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to July 2022, indicating a vehicle that has been maintained to a standard that avoids common age-related failures. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the vehicle's 14-year age. The car covered 6,975 miles between the July 2022 test at 128,642 miles and the July 2023 test at 135,627 miles. More recently, the annual distance has dropped slightly, with only 956 miles added between July 2024 and June 2025. This low recent usage suggests the car may have spent more time stationary in the last year, which can occasionally lead to battery degradation or tyre flat-spotting. The absence of any advisories or failures over the last four years is unusual for a vehicle of this vintage and mileage. There are no recorded issues regarding suspension bushes, brake disc corrosion, or exhaust emissions. The record shows no evidence of the structural rust often found on chassis components of older Japanese imports or domestic models. A physical inspection should focus on components that the MOT test does not always exhaustively evaluate. Check for oil leaks around the engine seals and inspect the condition of the clutch and gearbox synchronization. Given the very low mileage recorded in the last twelve months, verify that the brake calipers are not seizing and that the tyres remain supple without sidewall cracking.