2012 Mazda 6 2.2L Diesel · OV12 HXT

This 2012 Mazda 6 has recorded roughly 110,600 miles, which averages out to about 7,900 miles per year. This mileage is typical for a vehicle of this age, suggesting it has seen regular use rather than sitting idle for long periods. While the mileage is not excessive, it is high enough to expect significant wear on suspension and braking components. The most recent MOT history shows a pass in late January 2026, but you must view this with caution. The car actually failed its MOT just six days earlier due to both front lower suspension arm ball joints being excessively worn. The subsequent pass implies these parts were replaced immediately to fix the defect, but you should verify that this repair was carried out to a high standard. There is clear evidence of a worsening trend regarding the front suspension over the last two years. In early 2025, the tester flagged worn suspension arm bushes and a severely deteriorated dust cover on the ball joint as advisories. By January 2026, this wear had progressed enough to cause a test failure. This pattern indicates the front suspension has been under strain and required major intervention.