2016 Mazda 6 2.0L Petrol · AV16 YNZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the most recent inspection indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed the January 2026 test at 120,623 miles, it failed just one day prior due to critical safety defects regarding the tyres and suspension. The transition from a clean record in early 2025 to multiple failures in early 2026 suggests that the vehicle is entering a stage of high-mileage wear where components is now being addressed only when it reaches failure thresholds. The mileage profile reflects consistent high usage, averaging approximately 12,000 miles per year over the decade-long lifespan. Between January 2025 and January 2026, the car covered 8,581 miles, showing a steady demand for motorway or commuting use. This consistent mileage places significant stress on suspension components and drivetrain assemblies. The records from 2023 and 2024 show minor obstructions to inspection due to a child seat, which is a common administrative issue but prevented a full assessment of the rear seatbelting system during those specific periods. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the tester flagged worn arm pins and bushes in the January 2026 test. Although these did not show excessive movement at the time, they are prone to rapid degradation at this mileage level. The failure for a structural bulge in the nearside tyre and edge wear on the offside indicates that the previous owner was not properly monitoring tyre pressure or structural integrity. Given the high mileage, the inspection should also check for corrosion on the underbody and verify the condition of the shock absorbers, as these are common points of failure on this model once they have passed the 100,000-mile mark.