2016 Mazda 3 2.0L Petrol · LR16 JVP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend despite intermittent testing failures. The most recent inspection on September 18, 2025 at 70,300 miles passed with no defects recorded. This followed a failure just ten days prior at 70,109 miles, though the record shows no specific defects for that failure, which suggests a potential administrative error or a minor non-conformity that was immediately rectified rather than a pattern of developing mechanical failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-useage commuter vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. Between September 2023 and September 2024, the car covered 14,510 miles, which represents a higher-than-average spike for that specific period, followed by a drop to 21,892 miles in the following year. This low annual mileage generally indicates less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it can sometimes lead to age-related rubber degradation and corrosion if the vehicle has sat stationary for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity and suspension components, as the MOT history does not flag recurring rust or mechanical advisories. Because the vehicle is ten years old with low mileage, check for perished rubber in control arm bushes and shock absorbers which often degrade over time regardless of the distance driven. The clean pass records from the last two years suggest that the brake discs and calipers are in good condition, but a manual check for seized sliders or uneven pad wear remains necessary given the intervals between use.