2016 Mazda 6 2.2L Diesel · SN66 SSK

The vehicle remains currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows the first signs of component degradation after several clean years. The most recent test in September 2025 at 122,595 miles identified wear on both nearside and offside front suspension arm pins or bushes. While these did not result in excessive movement at the time, they indicate that the suspension components are now reaching the end of their operational life due to the high-mileage environment. The vehicle has followed a consistent usage pattern, averaging approximately 12,260 miles per year over its ten-year life. Between September 2024 and September 2025, the car covered 11,469 miles, showing a steady rate of accumulation rather than long periods of standing still. The clean records from 2021 through 2024 suggest that the vehicle was maintained to a high standard during its lower-mileage years, but the current high cumulative mileage puts significant strain on the drivetrain and suspension assembly compared to average examples. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension to determine if the wear on the arm bushes has progressed since the 2025 advisory. Given the mileage, it is vital to check for leaks in the shock absorbers and play in the ball joints which often fail around this interval. While the MOT history does not flag structural corrosion or brake issues, the high-mileage nature necessitates a close look at the underbody for rust and an assessment of the brake disc thickness for thinning or pitting.