2013 Mazda 6 2.2L Diesel · CH63 ALS

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT on 5 June 2024 at 158,539 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record shows a consistent pattern of immediate failure followed by successful re-testing. In both 2023 and 2024, the car failed the initial test within days of a passing result, suggesting that the owner addresses specific faults only when prompted by law rather than performing preventative mechanical maintenance. At 13 years old, the recorded 158,539 miles represent a high annual average of approximately 12,200 miles per year. This consistent usage places significant strain on the drivetrain, suspension components, and braking system. The interval between the May 2022 test at 116,348 miles and the May 2023 test at 136,247 miles shows the vehicle covered nearly 20,000 miles in a single year. This rate of accumulation typically accelerates the wear of rubber bushes, shock absorbers, and control arm bushings. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the mechanical areas most susceptible to high-mileage wear on this Mazda. Given the lack of recorded advisories in the history, it is vital to check for structural corrosion on the subframe and rear suspension points, which are common failure areas for this generation. The high mileage also necessitates a thorough check of the brake rotors and pad thickness, alongside an inspection for play in the steering linkages and suspension mounts, as these components often degrade rapidly after 150,000 miles.