2010 Mazda 3 1.6L Petrol · PK60 AUT

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status following a consistent maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted in February 2026 at 86,303 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the car currently meets all safety and emissions standards. While a failure occurred in late February 2025 at 77,670 miles, the immediate pass a month later suggests that any identified issues were rectified promptly rather than ignored as a sign of chronic mechanical neglect. The mileage profile is notably low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,400 miles per year. Between March 2023 and February 2026, the car covered 25,093 miles, showing a consistent and moderate usage pattern. This low-intensity driving typically reduces wear on major drivetrain components and engine internals, though low-mileage cars can sometimes suffer from degradation of rubber-based components or fluid breakdown. The lack of advisories across the last three successful tests suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to high-stress environments. A physical inspection should focus on the structural integrity of the chassis, as Mazda models from this era are prone to corrosion in the sills and rear wheel arches regardless of mileage. Because the MOT history is remarkably clean, the buyer should still check for signs of cracking in suspension bushes, which can age with time rather than distance. Additionally, inspecting brake calipers for seizing is advisable to ensure that the low usage has not led to corrosion during periods of standing.