2018 Mazda 6 2.2L Diesel · PO18 VTM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT test in December 2025 at 47,725 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. A failure occurred just one week prior to that pass, at 47,602 miles due to rear brake pads being below the 1.5mm threshold. This indicates that the owner only addresses mechanical components once they reach a legal failure point rather than following a standard preventative service interval. At eight years old, the recorded mileage of 47,725 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. The data shows a consistent but low usage pattern between November 2023 at 35,901 miles and December 2025 at 47,725 miles. While low mileage generally suggests less internal wear on the engine and drivetrain, it can sometimes lead to accelerated degradation of rubber-based suspension components and brake hardware if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension and steering, as the December 2024 test flagged both front tyres as being worn to the legal limit and specifically on the edge. This uneven wear often indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. Additionally, the previous failure for a missing offside road wheel fixing in 2024 suggests a lack of attention to basic safety checks, necessitating a thorough check of all wheel nut torques. Given the recent brake pad failure, a physical inspection of the rear discs and calipers is required to ensure no uneven wear or sticking pistons have resulted from the thin pads.