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A7 SPL

2013 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,786 mi
Last recorded118,786 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Mazda 675,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 SPL
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 118,786 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2025 118,665 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 109,695 miles

Front Wipers smearing

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Sep 2024 109,691 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Wipers smearing

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 102,082 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Sep 2023 102,082 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 93,868 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 89,074 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Sep 2021 89,010 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin **VERY LOW** (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Sep 2021 88,935 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin **VERY LOW** (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 84,659 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 77,803 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 68,356 miles

Both front brake discs corroded on inner surface

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front shock absorber dustcover deteriorated

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Sep 2017 64,574 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 61,190 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mazda 6?

Based on 1,904,140 MOT tests across 159,651 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
7,713
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
159,651
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,082
position lamp(s) not working 38,980
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,576
Registration plate lamp not working 29,515
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,494
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A7 SPL is a 2013 Mazda 6 in Red with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 75,020 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda 6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,082 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A7 SPL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 6 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 13 years old, this Mazda 6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A7 SPL registered?

A7 SPL is a 2013 Mazda 6, first registered on 13 September 2013.

Is A7 SPL safe to buy?

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