2009 Mazda 3 2.0L Petrol · NT58 DTO

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass on 11 September 2025 at 99,725 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, although the record shows recurring failures just one day prior to testing in both 2024 and 2025. These near-miss failures suggest that minor rectifyable items, such as bulbs or minor mechanical adjustments, were addressed immediately to secure a pass, rather than indicating a deep-seated mechanical decline. At 17 years old age, the recorded mileage of 99,725 miles represents a low annual usage rate of approximately 5,866 miles. The data shows consistent use over the last years, with 12,060 miles covered between June 2023 and October 2024, and another 8,770 miles between October 2024 and September 2025. While the low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, the long intervals between tests sometimes indicate that rubber-based components and seals may be subject to age- rather than mechanical friction. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, as older Mazda 3 models are prone to corrosion in the sills and rear wheel arches. Despite the clean record of recent advisories, the low mileage profile often masks the degradation of suspension bushes and coil springs which perish or crack over time regardless of distance driven. You should also check the brake discs for surface pitting or seized calipers, as vehicles that sit for long periods frequently suffer from oxidation on the braking system.