2014 Mazda 3 2.0L Petrol · VO64 FWU

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural and mechanical corrosion. As of the most recent test in August 2025 at 91,897 miles, the tester identified corrosion on the rear sub-frame and both rear brake pipes, alongside a persistent exhaust leak. While the car continues to pass, the recurrence of these issues across multiple years indicates that the underlying oxidation is not being addressed, only monitored until it reaches the threshold of a failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,600 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 56,985 miles in August 2021 to 91,897 miles in August 2025. This consistent usage suggests the car is used regularly, which can help prevent certain issues related to standing, but the relatively low annual mileage has clearly not stopped the progression of environmental corrosion on the metal metalwork and rubber components noted in the advisories. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear sub-frame and suspension geometry to determine the depth of the rust. The history consistently flags corroded suspension arms, anti-roll bar linkages, and shock casings back to 2023. Particular attention should be paid to the brake pipes, which have been flagged for corrosion and being covered in grease since at least 2021; this grease is often an attempt to hide surface degradation from the tester. The persistent exhaust leak at the back box joint has been a constant factor since 2023 and likely requires a replacement section to prevent future failure.