2020 Mazda 6 2.0L Petrol · RH07 MOR

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT test on 8 January 2026 with two advisories recorded, both relating to tyre wear. The nearside front and nearside rear tyres were noted as worn close to the legal limit and worn on their edges, which suggests that by the time of inspection these tyres would almost certainly have required replacement, and they should be checked now for condition, age, and correct fitment. The earlier tests in January 2025, January 2024, and March 2023 all passed with no advisories or defects recorded, which indicates that the vehicle had been mechanically sound over the previous three years and that the tyre wear emerged relatively recently rather than being a long-standing issue. With no structural, braking, suspension, or corrosion advisories anywhere in the history, the overall maintenance trend appears stable, though the latest entry does serve as a prompt to inspect consumables that are now reaching the end of their useful life. With a recorded mileage of 45,958 miles over approximately six years, this Mazda 6 is averaging around 7,660 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a privately used car of this age and not low enough to raise major concerns about prolonged standing or calendar-based degradation of components. The mileage progression between tests appears consistent and gradual, with no unusually large gaps or sudden jumps that would suggest clock discrepancies or irregular driving patterns. At this rate of use, the engine, transmission, and clutch should be well run-in but not excessively worn, while the brake discs and pads, tyres, and suspension components will have experienced normal in-service wear over the equivalent of roughly 46,000 miles of real-world use. Given the advisories recorded at the most recent test, tyre condition is the primary inspection point. Both nearside tyres were flagged for edge wear, which on a front axle often points to incorrect wheel alignment, worn suspension bushes, or sagging coil springs, and on the rear axle can indicate tracking issues or uneven loading. On a test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over bumps, pay attention to steering pull or vibration through the wheel, and inspect the nearside tyres closely for feathering on the inner or outer edges as well as any signs of uneven shoulder wear. Verify that all four tyres are of matching type, size, and tread depth, and check the sidewalls for cracking or perishing given that tyres older than five years should be replaced regardless of tread depth. Beyond the advisory items, the relatively modest annual mileage means that although mechanical wear is not extreme, certain age-related checks remain important. The 12V battery may have weakened from infrequent long runs, particularly if the vehicle has spent periods standing, so its resting voltage and ability to hold charge should be verified, and evidence of recent replacement sought. Brake discs, particularly on the rear axle, can suffer from surface corrosion and binding calipers after periods of light use, so the wheels should be spun by hand when cold to confirm free movement without grinding or resistance. Fluid services should be confirmed by service history regardless of mileage, as brake fluid, engine coolant, and automatic transmission fluid if fitted all degrade over time, and the underbody should be inspected for any developing corrosion, paying particular attention to suspension arms, exhaust mounting points, and subframe surfaces, all of which are common areas of concern on a six-year-old vehicle.