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DY10 VKN

2010 Mazda 6

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

126,333 mi
Last recorded126,333 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 Mazda 686,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY10 VKN
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 126,333 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 123,403 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 121,287 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2023 121,287 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both side (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 111,829 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2022 111,827 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 102,337 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 102,337 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2020 99,193 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2020 99,193 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2019 89,861 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Aug 2019 89,861 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 74,810 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Parking Brake Efficiency 18% (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 6 Apr 2018 74,810 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Central Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside front tyre worn outer edge

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Parking Brake Efficiency 18% (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 69,579 miles

Surface corrosion under vehicle.

Pass 1 Apr 2016 64,048 miles

UNDERCOVER OBSTRUCTING VIEW

Fail 1 Apr 2016 64,048 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

UNDERCOVER OBSTRUCTING VIEW

Pass 19 Mar 2015 50,161 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 50,161 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 33,367 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 21,403 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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DY10 VKN is a 2010 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 DY10 VKN, 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 DY10 VKN registered?

DY10 VKN is a 2010 Mazda 6, first registered on 24 March 2010.

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