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AU09 RZE

2009 Mazda 6

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

127,481 mi
Last recorded127,481 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda 685,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU09 RZE
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 127,481 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2025 127,464 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 119,294 miles

Handbrake lever has a lot of travel and requires adjustment

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - smooth on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres wearing on the inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear arms corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 106,141 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

exhaust flanges corroded

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 9 Sep 2022 97,288 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 87,906 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

exhaust joints rusty

front brake pads getting thin (inner)

rear brake pipe started to rust

Fail 7 Sep 2021 87,904 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing drop link (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

exhaust joints rusty

front brake pads getting thin (inner)

rear brake pipe started to rust

Pass 9 Sep 2020 84,146 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

nsf tyre worn on edge

rear tyre wearing on edge

Fail 8 Sep 2020 84,144 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

nsf tyre worn on edge

rear tyre wearing on edge

Pass 8 Mar 2019 76,144 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2019 76,142 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 69,805 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 63,215 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 56,205 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 49,272 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 41,691 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 34,721 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2012 26,459 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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AU09 RZE is a 2009 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 85,348 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AU09 RZE, 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 17 years old, this Mazda 6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU09 RZE registered?

AU09 RZE is a 2009 Mazda 6, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is AU09 RZE safe to buy?

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