2022 Mazda 3 2.0L Petrol · YC22 KWA

The 2022 Mazda 3 holds a current MOT that runs until April 2027, having passed its most recent test on 18 April 2026 at 68,406 miles. The maintenance trend is stable but not impeccable. The vehicle has consistently passed first-time tests across its recorded history, yet the most recent examination flagged two advisories for front tyre wear, indicating that basic consumable upkeep has not been entirely neglected but could be more proactive. No structural, suspension, braking, or emissions failures have been recorded, which is a positive sign for the car's underlying mechanical condition. The mileage pattern tells a clear story of intensive use. The car has covered 68,406 miles in roughly four years, averaging approximately 17,102 miles per year, which sits well above the typical UK annual average of around 10,000 to 12,000 miles. Between the April 2025 test at 55,429 miles and the April 2026 test at 68,406 miles, the vehicle accumulated 12,977 miles in a single year. This rate of accumulation places accelerated wear on consumable components, particularly tyres, brake discs and pads, suspension bushes, and drivetrain joints. The mileage progression is consistent and well-documented, with no suspicious gaps or sudden drops that would suggest odometer tampering or prolonged periods of disuse. The front tyre wear advisories recorded in April 2026, specifically noting both nearside and offside front tyres worn close to the legal limit and worn on edge, point to a pattern that warrants closer inspection. Edge wear on both front tyres simultaneously often suggests wheel alignment or tracking issues rather than simple underinflation. A prospective buyer should have the front suspension geometry inspected, checking for worn tracking rods, damaged suspension bushes, or weakened coil springs that could be causing uneven camber. The rear tyres and brakes have not been flagged in any recorded test, but given the high annual mileage, a thorough check of rear brake disc thickness, pad depth, and handbrake function would be prudent. Beyond tyres and alignment, the high-mileage profile means the exhaust system, particularly the catalytic converter and associated lambda sensors, deserves attention for emissions compliance under load. The single advisory from April 2025 regarding items removed from the driver's view prior to test is minor and administrative in nature, reflecting no mechanical concern. Overall, the MOT record is clean from a pass-fail standpoint, but the combination of high annual mileage and recurring front tyre wear suggests this car has been driven hard. A pre-purchase inspection focusing on suspension components, wheel alignment, and the condition of all four brake assemblies would give a buyer the clearest picture of what ongoing maintenance costs to expect.