2018 Mazda 6 2.2L Diesel · OE67 WHV

The Mazda 6 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean pass on 05 February 2026 at 59,077 miles with zero defects recorded. That marks a notable step up from the January 2024 test at 54,508 miles, where the tester flagged rear brake pads wearing thin and a rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored. The fact that neither defect has recurred in the subsequent two tests suggests the rear braking hardware was replaced and is now within specification. The overall trajectory is one of resolution rather than deterioration. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 7,385 miles per year, which is typical for an eight-year-old vehicle and points to consistent rather than light use. The annual increments are steady: 51,421 miles in January 2022, 52,651 in January 2023, 54,508 in January 2024, 56,895 in February 2025, and 59,077 in February 2026. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer record, and the MOT history aligns cleanly with the recorded mileage, reducing the risk of clocking or extended periods off the road. A recurring advisory across five consecutive tests is the fitment of covers and under trays obscuring components. This is not a defect in itself, but it does mean the tester has been unable to fully inspect structural and mechanical areas beneath the car on every visit. A buyer should arrange an independent inspection that includes removal of these trays to examine the subframe, suspension mounting points, and floor pan for corrosion or accident-related repairs, particularly on a vehicle that has covered nearly 60,000 miles. The rear brake wear noted in 2024 has not returned, yet it is worth verifying the condition of all four brake disc and pad sets in person, along with the handbrake mechanism, given the earlier scoring advisory. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and drop links should also be checked for play or deterioration consistent with the mileage. Tyre condition across all four corners, including the spare if present, deserves attention given the annual wear rate. The clean February 2026 result is encouraging, but the obscured inspections mean a physical underbody examination remains essential before purchase.