2012 Mazda 6 2.2L Diesel · SM12 FFD

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test on 2025-05-07 at 128,472 miles passed without any recorded defects, confirming it remains roadworthy under current UK standards. The absence of advisories or repeated failures in the last two tests suggests no persistent mechanical issues have been overlooked. However, the history reveals an unusual pattern: two identical MOT dates in consecutive years (2023 and 2024) with both pass and fail entries for the same mileage, which implies either a test centre error or a deliberate retest after a minor oversight. Since the last two passes were clean, the trend is stable, but the retest anomalies warrant scrutiny of whether the vehicle was driven between tests or if the failures were non-critical. The recorded mileage of 128,472 miles over 14 years averages 9,177 miles per year , which is typical for a vehicle of this age. There are no obvious gaps in service intervals, though the lack of pre-MOT maintenance records means we cannot confirm whether routine items like suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake caliper wear were addressed between tests. The most notable irregularity is the duplicate MOT dates in 2023 and 2024, where the vehicle was tested twice at 107,149 miles and 118,149 miles —suggesting either a test centre administrative issue or, less likely, the vehicle being driven between tests without intermediate checks. No rapid mileage spikes are evident, but the absence of service history means potential wear on high-wear components cannot be ruled out. Given the clean MOT pass in 2025, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension components , particularly the rear bushes and coil springs , as these are common failure points at this mileage. The rear brakes should be checked for uneven wear or binding, as past tests did not specify brake condition beyond pass/fail. Structural corrosion , especially around wheel arches and sills, is critical given the vehicle’s age, and exhaust emissions should be verified, as older Mazda 6 models can develop catalytic converter issues. The tyre tread depth and wheel alignment should also be confirmed, as the lack of advisories does not guarantee these have been maintained. The duplicate MOT entries hint at potential neglect, so verifying the vehicle’s true condition between tests is essential.