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DFZ 7996

2010 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

137,175 mi
Last recorded137,175 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 Mazda 686,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFZ 7996
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 137,175 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and back under the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2026 137,154 miles

Emissions unable to be completed dpf light on the dash (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inside and outside edge 205/60/16 92v (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inside and outside edge 205/60/16 92v (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

DPF warning light on the dash

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/16 92v (5.2.3 (e))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and back under the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

traction control warning light on the dash

Pass 3 Apr 2025 132,209 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded at pad contact area (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 121,021 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear tyre uneven wear inner tread

Pass 27 Mar 2023 110,355 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Mar 2023 110,355 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022 100,829 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 97,468 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 97,466 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 96,849 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 96,849 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 95,358 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 95,358 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 92,695 miles

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

No emissions test results - unable to obtain metered smoke reading

Pass 21 Mar 2017 91,282 miles

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

No emissions test results - unable to obtain metered smoke reading

Pass 29 Mar 2016 89,075 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 86,251 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 86,251 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brakes excess wear to inner disc faces and corroded

front brakes require service

Pass 3 Mar 2014 68,422 miles

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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DFZ 7996 is a 2010 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2010 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 86,657 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 DFZ 7996, 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 16 years old, this Mazda 6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DFZ 7996 registered?

DFZ 7996 is a 2010 Mazda 6, first registered on 2 September 2010.

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