2021 Mazda 3 2.0L Petrol · SP71 HTC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on 10 June 2026 at 22,552 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows signs of reactive rather, as evidenced by a failure just two days prior to this pass. While the immediate defects regarding the headlamp, brake discs, and front tyres have been rectified, the recurring nature of brake issues suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when necessitated by an MOT test failure. At five years old with 22,552 miles, this Mazda 3 has covered a low average of approximately 4,510 miles per year. This low usage pattern often indicates short-distance driving which can lead to specific wear patterns seen in the record. The gap between the September 2024 test at 15,240 miles and the September 2025 test at 19,405 miles shows consistent use of roughly 4,000 miles over that period, indicating the car does not sit stationary for extended periods recently. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system, as the rear inner brake discs were flagged as worn and pitted in both September 2025 and June 2026. This persistent corrosion is common on low-mileage vehicles that do not reach high operating temperatures to clear surface rust. The outer edge wear on the nearside front tyre noted in the June 2026 failure also suggests a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that require verification. Additionally check the integrity of the offside front tyre to ensure the previously noted cut has progressed toward the structural cords of the rubber.