2006 MAZDA 31.6L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test in December 2025. The maintenance trend shows a reactive pattern where the owner addresses specific failures only after they are flagged. While the most recent test in December 2025 initially identified an insecure front coil spring, the fault was rectified immediately to achieve a pass with no further defects. This suggests that while the vehicle is maintained to legal standards, there is little evidence of preventative replacement of mechanical components. At 92,317 miles, this Mazda has averaged approximately 4,600 miles per year over its twenty years. This low usage indicates the car has spent significant periods stationary or used only for very short trips. The mileage gap between the November 2023 and December 2024 tests shows only 2,747 miles, consistent with this low-mileage profile. However, low mileage on older vehicles often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and increased corrosion due to lack of airflow, which is evident in the record. A physical inspection must focus on the underbody to assess the general corrosion noted in the December 2024 test at 91,139 miles. Given the history of a worn nearside front suspension arm bush in 2023 and an insecure coil spring in 2025, the buyer should check for further play in the suspension and mounting points. The light misting on the nearside front shock absorber from 2024 also requires monitoring to ensure the seal has not degraded into a functional failure. The previous issues with headlamp lenses and bulbs suggest the electrical and plastic components may be suffering from age-related brittleness.