2018 Mazda 3 2.2L Diesel · LN18 MZF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. While it passed its most recent test in April 2024 at 142,187 miles, the failure just two miles prior reveals significant electronic and mechanical oversight. The presence of an inoperative engine management light and an electronic stability control fault suggests that underlying electrical issues were ignored until the MOT test failed. This pattern indicates the owner only addresses defects when compelled by a testing failure rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The mileage reflects high-intensity use for its age, averaging approximately 17,700 miles per year. Between February 2022 and April 2024, the car covered 28,925 miles, confirming consistent and heavy road exposure. This rate of mileage puts accelerated stress on the drivetrain and suspension components. The record of a slightly distorted nearside rear road wheel in 2022 at 113,262 miles suggests the vehicle may have encountered significant impacts or curbing, which can affect alignment and bushings over time. A buyer must inspect the braking system thoroughly, as the record shows recurring failures for thin brake pads across both the 2023 and 2024 tests. The transition from offside rear wear to front-side wear suggests uneven consumption patterns that warrant a check for sticking brake calipers. Furthermore, the electronic faults related to the stability control and engine management system from April 2024 must be verified as fully resolved to ensure they are not intermittent sensor failures that could reappear. A physical inspection of the suspension geometry and tyre integrity is also essential given the high-mileage profile and previous reported wheel distortion.