2003 Mazda 6 1.8L Petrol · CV03 AOX

The 2003 Mazda 6 is presently roadworthy, having passed the March 2025 MOT at 100,039 miles with only a tyre wear advisory on the offside rear tyre. No failures were recorded in the successive tests from 2022 through 2025, indicating a stable maintenance record and no worsening mechanical trends. The vehicle’s mileage averages about 4,350 miles per year, a figure that is low for a 23‑year‑old car and suggests periods of limited use or standing. The jump from 84,437 miles in April 2023 to 90,014 miles in April 2024 represents an increase of 5,577 miles, and the subsequent rise to 100,039 miles in March 2025 adds another 10,025 miles, showing a clear acceleration in usage over the past two years, while the earlier interval from 2022 to 2023 showed only a modest 1,007‑mile gain. A buyer should therefore examine the suspension bushes and the offside front inner track rod end ball joint for play, inspect the rear brake assembly for binding or uneven wear, and verify that the offside rear tyre wear is not progressing to a structural issue. The rear bumper damage noted in 2024 and the deteriorated registration plate may indicate underlying corrosion, so a visual inspection of the chassis and body panels is advisable, along with a check of brake discs, calipers and any signs of rust on structural components.