2014 Mazda 6 2.2L Diesel · LN14 RYU

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the MOT history reveals a persistent trend of deteriorating suspension components and ongoing surface corrosion. The most recent test in July 2025 at 131,072 miles shows the car passed after a failure one week prior for a non-functional repeater. While the immediate electrical fault was addressed, the advisories regarding front suspension arm bushes and rear arm corrosion persist across multiple years, indicating that the suspension hardware is reaching the end of its functional life without being proactively replaced. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per annum. Between the 2023 test at 127,072 miles and the 2025 test at 131,072 miles, the car covered 4,000 miles. This steady accumulation suggests regular use rather than long periods of stagnation, though the high annual mileage contributes to the accelerated degradation of rubber bushings and the oxidation of metal suspension arms noted in the records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear wishbone bushes and the front lower suspension arms. The tester consistently flagged worn bushes on the front arms since at least 2023, which will eventually lead to steering imprecision and increased uneven tyre wear. Furthermore, the recurring corrosion on the rear suspension arms, noted in both 2024 and 2025, requires a close look for structural integrity issues to ensure the rust has not progressed from surface oxidation to deep scaling that would necessitate expensive component replacement. The rear tyres also require attention, as the cracking and perishing were noted in both 2024 and 2025. This suggests the rubber compound is hardening due to age rather than lack of tread depth. Given the persistent nature of the suspension advisories, the buyer should budget for a significant overhaul of the lower geometry to ensure the vehicle remains safe and comfortable in the near future.