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Mazda MAZDA6 buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Mazda MAZDA6 costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 75 for sale right now.
Our take on the Mazda MAZDA6
A 2019 Mazda MAZDA6 typically advertises at €12,750 and a 2014 one at €6,950, so it loses roughly 11% of its value a year at that age. Most for sale are diesels (88%), which suit longer, regular drives; for mostly short trips a petrol is the safer buy. At the NCT, the 2010–2017 cars fail more often than other cars the same year, so a fresh NCT is worth paying a little more for. The 2.2 diesel is the most common engine (100% of those with a known engine), and it usually lasts around 220k km.
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Used Mazda MAZDA6 prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | €42,250 | 0k km | 5 |
| 2019 | €12,750 | 136k km | 9 |
| 2018 | €9,950 | 163k km | 7 |
| 2017 | €7,700 | 142k km | 7 |
| 2016 | €6,950 | 188k km | 13 |
| 2015 | €5,250 | 220k km | 16 |
| 2014 | €6,950 | 192k km | 6 |
Mazda MAZDA6 NCT pass rate
How often Mazda MAZDA6s pass their NCT first time, compared with other cars the same year (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | Other cars, same year | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 81% | 74% | |
| 2018 | 64% | 67% | |
| 2017 | 58% | 64% | |
| 2016 | 48% | 55% | |
| 2015 | 50% | 53% | |
| 2014 | 44% | 51% | |
| 2013 | 40% | 46% | |
| 2010 | 29% | 34% |
Most common reasons a 2016 Mazda MAZDA6 fails: steering & suspension (24.3% of tests, more than most cars), wheel alignment (22.6% of tests, more than most cars), lights & electrics (14.6% of tests), emissions (13.8% of tests, more than most cars).
Common Mazda MAZDA6 problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Timing belt history · €350–€700
Ask when the timing belt and water pump were last done (usually every 160,000 km or 5–6 years). No proof = budget for it.
Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500
Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 Diesel | ~220k km | ~€600 | 33 |
2.2 Diesel: usual problem: oil dilution and turbo wear if the DPF regenerates badly.
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Mazda MAZDA6
Parts from AUTODOC Ireland: pick your car on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming belt kitsShock absorbersWheel bearingsTrack rod endsFiltersWiper bladesHeadlight bulbsGlow plugsEGR valves
Quick bits on Amazon
Faster delivery for small things.
Wiper bladesBulbsBatteryOBD2 fault code readerJump starter
Before you buy a used Mazda MAZDA6
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the timing belt was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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