2012 Mazda 6 2.2L Diesel · LS12 PXZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT history. The most recent recorded test conducted in October 2022 at 132,100 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, indicating the car was in a sound mechanical state at that time. This follows a period of clean passes in the preceding years, suggesting that the previous owners maintained the vehicle to a standard that prevented the accumulation of recurring mechanical failures. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,400 miles annually. Between October 2019 and October 2022, the car covered 47,617 miles, representing a steady usage cycle rather than long periods of inactivity or excessive strain. The failure in October 2021 at 118,620 miles, which was resolved by a pass just 12 miles later, likely involved a minor consumable issue such as a light bulb or a minor component adjustment that was rectified immediately without indicating a deeper trend of mechanical neglect. Given the lack of recorded advisories in the final three years of documented history, a physical inspection should focus on the common wear points for a Mazda 6 of this age. The buyer should specifically examine the chassis for corrosion around the sills and wheel arches, as structural issues often not appear on MOT records until they become significant. Additionally, checking the condition of the suspension bushes and shock absorbers is advisable, as the 132,000-mile mark puts significant stress on rubber components and damping. Since the last recorded MOT was over three years ago relative to current dates, the vehicle is currently overdue for a test, and a fresh inspection is mandatory to ensure no new faults have developed since the 2022 entry.