2016 Mazda 6 2.2L Diesel · MK16 HNA

The vehicle passed its most recent DVSA MOT test on 9 January 2026 with a single advisory relating to wear in the offside front lower suspension arm rear bush, indicating movement present but within tolerable limits at the time of inspection. Reviewing the four-year MOT history, the maintenance trend appears broadly stable, with only one outright failure recorded on 9 January 2023 which was rectified by the subsequent pass on 11 January 2023. Since that earlier failure, the vehicle has passed three consecutive tests with only minor advisories concerning tyre inflation and brake disc condition, and the most recent test produced a clean pass aside from the suspension bush advisory. This pattern is consistent with a car that has been generally well maintained, although the emerging suspension wear item warrants close attention given the vehicle's age and mileage. At 90,007 recorded miles over approximately ten years, this Mazda 6 averages around 9,000 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a privately used vehicle of this age and is neither indicative of severe high-mileage wear nor of prolonged standing with associated calendar-related degradation. The annual mileage progression cannot be confirmed from the MOT data alone, but the absence of extended gaps in testing suggests the car has remained in regular use throughout its life, which is generally favourable for mechanical components such as the drivetrain, brakes, and tyres that suffer from disuse-related corrosion and perishing. Regular annual usage of this magnitude typically results in steady, predictable wear on consumables rather than accelerated component failure, provided servicing has been kept up to date. For a prospective buyer, the advisory recorded on the 2026 test regarding the offside front lower suspension arm rear bush is the most pressing mechanical concern. Suspension bushes gradually deteriorate with age and mileage, allowing increasing play in the suspension geometry, and the buyer should listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front suspension during a test drive, particularly over speed bumps, potholes, or uneven road surfaces. Uneven or irregular tyre wear, particularly on the inner or outer edges of the front tyres, would indicate that the bush wear is now affecting wheel alignment and may necessitate replacement along with a geometry check. Given the vehicle's age, it would also be prudent to inspect the offside front anti-roll bar linkage that was flagged as insecurely attached in 2023, ensuring it has been properly replaced and that no play has since developed. Additionally, the advisories from 2023 concerning worn and pitted rear brake discs suggest these components may now be approaching the end of their service life, so the buyer should check for brake shudder or vibration under braking and inspect the rear discs for lipping, corrosion, or scoring. Beyond the documented MOT items, a ten-year-old vehicle with average mileage merits thorough age-related inspection. Tyre sidewalls should be examined closely for perishing or cracking due to rubber degradation over time, even if tread depth remains adequate, and the buyer should verify that the tyre fitted is not significantly older than its manufacturing date. The 12V battery should be tested for cranking strength and state of charge, as batteries typically require replacement every five to seven years. Brake fluid, coolant, and automatic transmission fluid if applicable should be confirmed as recently serviced, as these fluids degrade on a calendar basis regardless of mileage. Given the observed under-inflation advisory from 2024, it would also be wise to inspect the wheels for any kerb damage and to confirm the tyre pressure monitoring system is functioning correctly. Finally, request evidence of regular servicing stamps in the service book and ensure the cambelt or timing chain replacement interval, where applicable to this Mazda 6 variant, has been observed according to manufacturer schedule.