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KS61 ARK

2011 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2024
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

120,842 mi
Last recorded120,842 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2023
Typical for 2011 Mazda 683,695 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS61 ARK
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2023 120,842 miles

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Sill's (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 117,727 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2022 117,725 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 115,242 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 112,492 miles

note dpf light on

Fail 3 Mar 2020 112,490 miles

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

note dpf light on

Pass 5 Mar 2019 107,861 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 107,860 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 102,271 miles

DPF Light Flashing

Fail 16 Mar 2018 102,271 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

DPF Light Flashing

Pass 18 Mar 2017 92,086 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2017 92,086 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2016 81,962 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2016 81,962 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 11 Nov 2014 71,865 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 71,865 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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KS61 ARK is a 2011 Mazda 6 in Red with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 2011 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 83,695 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 KS61 ARK, 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 15 years old, this Mazda 6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KS61 ARK?

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What year was KS61 ARK registered?

KS61 ARK is a 2011 Mazda 6, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is KS61 ARK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS61 ARK shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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