2018 Mazda 6 2.0L Petrol · BX68 MBU

The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status following a successful test on 24 June 2025 at 84,125 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement, moving from a failure in June 2024 to a pass with no defects in the most recent inspection. While the 2024 test flagged issues with windscreen wipers and front tyre wear, the absence of advisories or defects in the latest record suggests the previous maintenance requirements have been addressed. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for an eight-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 10,500 miles per year, with a notable increase of nearly 20,000 miles between the June 2023 test at 49,715 miles and the June 2024 test at 69,352 miles. This steady progression indicates regular road use rather than long periods of inactivity, which helps mitigate risks associated with seized components or perished rubber seals. A buyer should pay close attention to the front tyres, as the records from June 2022 and June 2024 both highlighted tyres worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edges. This recurring pattern suggests potential issues with wheel alignment or suspension geometry, such as worn bushes or incorrect camber, which can lead to premature tyre degradation. Although the 2025 test was clear, a physical inspection of the tread wear and alignment is advisable to ensure the issue is fully resolved. The 2024 failure regarding ineffective windscreen wipers indicates that consumable items like wiper blades were neglected, though this is a minor maintenance oversight. Beyond the tyres and wipers, the MOT history shows no evidence of structural corrosion, brake binding, or exhaust emissions issues. The lack of recorded defects in the 2023 and 2025 tests provides confidence in the mechanical integrity of the vehicle, provided the tyre wear patterns are investigated.