2015 Mazda 6 2.0L Petrol · CP64 DFY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test on 2 May 2026 at 77,901 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. A failure just one week prior at 77,818 miles revealed significant defects including an excessively worn offside front lower suspension arm ball joint and a fractured offside rear coil spring. While these mechanical faults were rectified to achieve the pass, they indicate that the suspension components are reaching the end of life. The mileage pattern remains consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. There is a notable period of activity between October 2024 and May 2025, where the car covered 7,682 miles in just seven months, followed by a more rapid accumulation of 7,894 miles in the year leading up to the April 2026 failure. This suggests the car is being used regularly for longer trips, which can lead to accelerated degradation of rubber suspension components and bushings despite the relatively low odometer reading. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry to ensure the recent repairs to the ball joint and coil spring have properly aligned the wheel. The history shows a recurring pattern of thinning brake pads, noted in both 2023 and 2024, suggesting the previous owner waited until components reached failure limits before replacing them. Inspect the current state of the brake discs for signs of uneven wear or heat pitting. Given the age of the Mazda, a check for structural corrosion on the sills and exhaust system is also essential, as the record does not explicitly detail the integrity of the chassis beyond the mentioned advisories.