2020 Mazda CX-30 2.0L Petrol · SY69 WXM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent MOT history indicates a sudden decline in maintenance standards. While the car passed on March 6, 2026 at 53,464 miles, it followed a failure just four days prior at 53,462 miles. The transition from a clean record in 2024 to multiple mechanical failures in 2026 suggests deferred maintenance that was only addressed when forced by the testing process. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. The data shows a steady usage profile between January 2023 and July 2024, where the car covered 20,383 miles. However, there is a significant gap of 13,727 miles between the July 2024 test and the 2026 failure. This burst of mileage over a twenty-month period coincides with the appearance of multiple wear-related faults noted in the most recent inspection. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the braking system and fluid lines. The March 2026 failure flagged corroded brake pipes on the offside front, nearside rear, and offside rear, which were also covered in grease. This often indicates an attempt to hide corrosion from the tester or masks fluid leaks. Additionally, the failure of the offside front anti-roll bar attachment bracket suggests that suspension components are becoming loose or worn, requiring a thorough check for further play in the mounting points. The inoperative engine management light noted in the March 2026 failure also presents a potential electronic sensor concern. Although the vehicle passed the re-test, a diagnostic scan is necessary to ensure the fault code was not simply cleared without resolving the underlying issue. Given the recurring nature of pipe corrosion and hardware insecurity, the vehicle requires a professional underbody inspection to ensure no deeper structural degradation is present.