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BG12 GMX

2012 Mazda 6

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,770 mi
Last recorded89,770 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 GMX
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 89,770 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2024 81,454 miles

Engine cover fitted can not check for the oil leak

steering effort differ from one side to other.

underbody trim fitted can not check for corrosion

Pass 10 Aug 2023 73,856 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 68,583 miles

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

engine cover fitted can not check for leaks

steering effort different from one side to other

under body trims fitted can not check for corrosion

Fail 16 Jul 2018 68,583 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover fitted can not check for leaks

steering effort different from one side to other

under body trims fitted can not check for corrosion

Pass 15 Jul 2017 62,207 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front TYRE IS DETERIORATING

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3MM (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear TYRE IS DETERIORATING

Offside Front TYRE IS DETERIORATING

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM (4.1.E.1)

UNDER BODY TRIM FITTED

Pass 15 Jul 2016 54,740 miles

Nearside Front tyre is deteriorating

Nearside Rear tyre is deteriorating

Offside Front tyre is deteriorating

Offside Rear tyre is deteriorating

engine cover fitted

under body cover fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2015 46,638 miles

front inner pads wearing low .

rear inner pads wearing low.

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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BG12 GMX is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2012 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 74,301 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 BG12 GMX, 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 14 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 BG12 GMX registered?

BG12 GMX is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 18 July 2012.

Is BG12 GMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 GMX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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