2016 Mazda 6 2.2L Diesel · PL65 FNH

The most recent MOT, carried out on 16 January 2026, was a clean pass with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle presently satisfies the statutory safety and emissions criteria. Over the preceding five years the pattern has shifted from a series of advisory items and occasional failures in 2021‑2023 to a largely compliant status in 2024‑2026, suggesting that any earlier wear or minor faults have been addressed and the overall maintenance trajectory is now stabilising rather than deteriorating. At 112 322 miles for a 2016 model the car averages roughly 11‑12 000 miles per annum, which sits comfortably within the normal UK usage envelope. The mileage record does not reveal any prolonged periods of inactivity that might hint at tyre perishing or battery neglect, nor does it suggest any sudden spikes that would accelerate wear on consumables such as clutch, gearbox or suspension components. Consequently the wear observed in the MOT history is more likely to be a function of normal wear rather than excessive mileage accumulation. The recurring tyre advisories – rear nearside in 2024, off‑side rear in 2022 and multiple front tyres in 2021 – point to tread depths approaching the legal limit and possible edge‑wear patterns. A prospective buyer should inspect all four tyres for uniform tread depth, sidewall cracking and any signs of cupping or uneven wear that could indicate mis‑alignment or worn suspension bushes. During a test drive listen for a faint thumping or vibration that intensifies under braking, which would corroborate the earlier brake disc and pad advisories recorded in 2023. Although the discs were only noted as pitted or scored without serious weakening, measuring disc thickness and checking for brake judder or pedal pulsation will confirm whether replacement is imminent. Additional items to verify include the functionality of the front windscreen washers and wipers, which failed in 2024 and 2022 respectively, and the off‑side registration plate lamp noted in 2025. The engine MIL light fault recorded in the 2022 failure should be investigated with a diagnostic scan to ensure no underlying fault codes persist, as intermittent sensor issues can re‑appear. Finally, given the vehicle’s ten‑year age, examine the battery terminals for corrosion, assess the condition of the coolant, brake and power‑steering fluids for any signs of contamination, and confirm that the suspension bushings and mounts are free of excessive play or creaking, all of which are typical time‑based checks for a car of this vintage.