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GU17 ZBW

2017 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

84,017 mi
Last recorded84,017 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Mazda 651,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU17 ZBW
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 84,017 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 77,138 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 77,136 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2024 77,071 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 0.7m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 52,885 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 45,861 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Mar 2022 36,244 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 Inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 4 Mar 2021 26,062 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 26,062 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 19,813 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Mar 2020 19,813 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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GU17 ZBW is a 2017 Mazda 6 in Red with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2017 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 51,846 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 GU17 ZBW, 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 9 years old, this Mazda 6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU17 ZBW registered?

GU17 ZBW is a 2017 Mazda 6, first registered on 20 April 2017.

Is GU17 ZBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU17 ZBW shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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