2016 Mazda 3 SE 2.0L Petrol · SF16 PRR

The 1998cc petrol engine provides more performance than the smaller variants but will result in higher fuel expenditure. You should expect higher annual fuel costs compared to the 1.5L model, and the vehicle will fall into a corresponding tax band for its engine size and emissions.

Insurance for the SE trim is typically moderate, though the 2.0L engine may place it in a slightly higher group. Combined with maintenance for a vehicle nearing 100,000 miles, annual costs will be higher than a low-mileage example.

While the last four MOTs recorded no defects, you should physically inspect the braking system and tyre treads, as these are the most common failure points for this model. Check the underside of the vehicle for any signs of corrosion, particularly around the sills and wheel arches.

Investigate the cause of the MOT failure in October 2022. Although the data shows 'no defects recorded' for that failure, a vehicle cannot fail without a reason, so this suggests a missing detail in the record or a quick-fix issue that was rectified before the retest four days later.