2020 Mazda 3 2.0L Petrol · NL70 TGY

The 2025‑09‑01 MOT passed the 2020 Mazda 3 at 22,644 miles, confirming roadworthiness despite minor defects. The rear brake discs on both sides were worn, pitted or scored but not seriously weakened, while the rear tyres showed slight damage or perishing; undertrays were fitted. No new faults appeared in the 2023 test, and the 2024 and 2025 results repeat the same tyre and brake wear patterns, indicating a stable maintenance trend. Mileage increased consistently from 11,706 miles in the September 2023 test to 16,822 miles in September 2024, then to 22,644 miles in September 2025, showing regular use rather than long periods of standing. The yearly increments of roughly 5,000 miles each year exceed the average 3,774 miles per year expected for a six‑year‑old vehicle, suggesting the car has been driven more actively than its low overall mileage might imply. A buyer should therefore inspect the rear brake discs for excessive wear or scoring, the condition of the rear and front tyres for perishing, cracking or edge wear, and verify the integrity of suspension bushes, coil springs and brake calipers, which may have become binding. Examination of the undertrays for hidden rust, overall structural integrity, exhaust emissions and any signs of chassis damage is also advisable. The recurring tyre perishing and brake disc wear suggest that consumables have not been replaced promptly, so a thorough in‑person check of brake components, tyre condition and any structural corrosion is essential before purchase.