2020 Mazda 6 2.2L Diesel · LS20 HTU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward wear-related defects. The most recent test in July 2025 at 129,196 miles identified worn suspension arm pins or bushes on both the nearside and offside front lower sections. While these did not result in a failure, they indicate that the suspension geometry is reaching the end of its service life, following a previously clean record in the prior year. The mileage profile is exceptionally high for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging over 21,000 miles annually. Between the July 2023 test at 76,634 miles and the July 2024 test at 99,922 miles, the car covered 23,288 miles in a single year. This rapid accumulation suggests consistent motorway or commercial use, which explains the accelerated degradation of consumable components such as the thin-worn front brake pads and uneven tyre wear noted in mid-2024. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension to ensure that the worn bushes have not progressed into excessive play. Given the 2024 advisory regarding all four tyres being worn to the legal limit with uneven edges, the current tread depth and alignment should be verified to prevent handling issues. The braking system also requires a check for seized calipers or thin discs, as the high-mileage history places significant strain on the hydraulic and mechanical friction components.