MAZDA 62010 · 2.2L Diesel

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a positive maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent MOT conducted on 18 April 2024 at 117,679 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. While a failure was noted in March 2023, the immediate pass on the same day suggests that any identified issues were rectified promptly without establishing a pattern of mechanical neglect. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,355 miles per year. Between April 2021 and April 2024, the car covered 14,798 miles, showing a steady usage rate of roughly 4,900 miles annually. This lower mileage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to heavy motorway use, which often preserves the drivetrain and suspension components but increases the risk of rubber component degradation and fluid ingress. The intervals between tests are regular, suggesting the owner followed the annual testing schedule. Given the clean nature of the most recent records, a physical inspection should focus on common failure points for this generation of Mazda 6. A buyer should specifically check the structural integrity of the rear wheel arches and sills for corrosion, as these areas are prone to rust that may not always trigger a failure until it becomes significant. Examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of wear, as age can perish rubber regardless of low mileage. The lack of advisories in the latest test suggests the brakes and tyres are currently in good condition, but a manual check for caliper binding or uneven pad thickness remains prudent.