2016 Mazda 3 2.0L Petrol · MD16 XGX

The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy condition, having passed its most recent MOT on 18 June 2026 with 79,882 miles. The maintenance trend appears highly stable, as the last three consecutive annual tests resulted in no recorded defects or advisories. This suggests that the current ownership is proactive in addressing potential mechanical issues and that the vehicle is not experiencing a period of component failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. Between June 2022 and June 2026, the car covered 28,485 miles, showing a steady rate of use rather than long periods of neglect or heavy accumulation. This low-to-average mileage profile typically indicates shorter-distance commuting, which often results in less wear on components like the clutch, suspension bushings, and brake components compared to high-mileage fleet vehicles. The only notable mechanical concern in the history occurred in June 2022 at 51,397 miles, when the tester flagged corrosion on both the nearside and offside front brake pipes. The fact that these were covered in grease or other material suggests an attempt to mask surface oxidation or a messy repair at that time. Since no further brake issues have appeared in the following four tests, a buyer should still perform a physical inspection of the brake lines and flexible hoses to ensure the corrosion has not returned. Given the age of the Mazda, a check of the structural integrity around the sills and the condition of the coil springs is also advisable, as these are common areas of wear for this model regardless of the MOT history.