2008 Mazda 6 2.5L Petrol · YR58 JUX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural degradation. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 144,363 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a significant failure just days prior involving critical components. The transition from a structural failure in 2024 to multiple advisories in 2025 indicates that while immediate repairs were made to pass the test, the underlying corrosion process on the chassis and sub-frames is active and progressing. At 144,363 miles, this Mazda 6 has aged at an average rate of approximately 8,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for its age. The data shows consistent use, with roughly 10,000 miles covered between the October 2024 and November 2024 tests and the 2025 inspection. This steady mileage suggests the car has not sat idle for long periods, but the consistent exposure to road elements has likely accelerated the oxidation seen on the lower extremities. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the inner sills and wheel arch areas. The record repeatedly flags excessive corrosion in the nearside and offside rear lower vehicle structures, which previously caused a failure for reducing structural strength. Although currently marked as not seriously weakened, the front and rear sub-frames also show widespread corrosion. The buyer should check for thinning metal and the quality of any previous repairs or underseal, as the history shows a pattern of attempting to manage structural failure. Technical attention should also be paid to the braking system and tyres. The tester noted corroded front brake pipes covered in grease in late 2025, which can often mask further thinning of the metalwork. Additionally, the recurring reports of perishing and cracking tyres in 2025 suggest that the rubber is failing due to age rather than tread depth. The major exhaust leak noted in the November 2025 failure was resolved, but the integrity of the entire exhaust system should be verified to ensure no further leaks are developing.