2022 Mazda 3 2.0L Petrol · MD71 ENJ

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding consumable components, specifically the tyres. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 31,538 miles passed, it revealed multiple advisories concerning the front tyres and rear brake hardware. The progression from simple worn discs in 2025 to pitted and scored surfaces suggests that the previous owner is delaying routine hardware maintenance until components reach a critical threshold. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 7,800 miles per year. Between the January 2025 test at 24,273 miles and the January 2026 test at 31,538 miles, the car covered 7,265 miles. This steady usage suggests regular operation rather than long periods of standing, which helps explain the age-related perishing and cracking noted on the front tyres despite the relatively low odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and the set of tyres. The recurring mentions of worn and pitted rear discs across two consecutive years indicate these components are nearing the end of their functional life and require immediate replacement to ensure effective stopping. The cracking and perishing noted on both front tyres in the 2026 test suggest the rubber is degrading, likely due to age or environmental exposure, which necessitates a check for sidewall integrity regardless of remaining tread depth.