2014 Mazda 3 2.2L Diesel · MT64 MVC

The 2014 Mazda 3 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 11 November 2024 at 100,844 miles with zero defects recorded. That result marks a clear turnaround from the dual failure recorded on 8 November 2021 at 74,951 miles, when the tester flagged a fractured offside rear coil spring and worn front brake pads below the 1.5 mm legal minimum. The fact that every subsequent test from November 2022 through November 2024 has passed without a single advisory or defect suggests the 2021 failures were addressed properly and the car has since been maintained to a consistent standard. The mileage accumulation of roughly 8,404 miles per year sits squarely within typical annual use for a twelve-year-old vehicle. The record shows steady progression from 74,951 miles in November 2021 to 100,844 miles by November 2024, averaging approximately 8,631 miles per year across that three-year window. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer readings that would raise concerns about clocking or prolonged periods of inactivity. The MOT has been completed annually in November each year, indicating the previous owner kept the testing schedule current. The fractured offside rear coil spring and thin front brake pads identified in 2021 are the only defects in the entire history. A broken coil spring is a serious structural concern that affects ride height, handling geometry, and tyre wear patterns. When inspecting the car in person, a buyer should have the rear suspension examined on a ramp, checking both coil springs for any signs of cracking or sag, and verifying that the dampers are not weeping fluid. Uneven tyre wear on the nearside rear would indicate the spring issue may have caused prolonged misalignment. The front brake pad failure in 2021 suggests the previous owner allowed consumable components to wear well beyond acceptable limits before replacement. Although the subsequent four clean passes indicate the braking system is now functioning correctly, a buyer should still check the condition of the front brake discs for scoring or lipping and confirm the pads have adequate remaining material. Given the car has now reached 100,844 miles, the rear brake calipers and handbrake mechanism deserve attention as well, since binding or seizing is common on vehicles of this age and mileage that may not have been flagged during a standard MOT inspection.