2016 Mazda 3 2.0L Petrol · MJ66 NAA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in December 2025 at 74,071 miles passed, but with multiple advisories for three tyres being worn to the legal limit and showing uneven edge wear. This suggests a failure to address basic consumable maintenance prior to the inspection, contrasting with the clean records seen in the previous 2022 and 2023 tests. At 74,071 miles, the Mazda has averaged approximately 7,400 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a decade-old vehicle. The data shows a relatively steady accumulation of mileage, with roughly 11,000 miles covered between the November 2023 test (52,861 miles) and the December 2024 test (63,932 miles), followed by another 10,139 miles leading to the 74,071 mark in December 2025. This consistent usage pattern generally prevents the issues associated with long periods of standing, yet the faults recorded in 2024 indicate that components are reaching the end of their service life simultaneously. A buyer must focus the physical inspection on the braking system and suspension. The 2024 failure was due to significant corrosion on both front and rear brake pipes, which were masked by grease or material. While the vehicle passed the subsequent test, the presence of grease on hydraulic lines often indicates an attempt to hide rust or a weeping leak. Furthermore, the uneven edge wear noted on three tyres in the latest report points toward potential issues with wheel alignment geometry or worn suspension bushes, which should be checked to prevent premature replacement of any new tyres.