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MF12 MDU

2012 Mazda 6

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

118,675 mi
Last recorded118,675 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 MDU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 118,675 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 112,310 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2024 112,194 miles

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

handbrake lever high

under body corrosion

Pass 16 Dec 2023 104,497 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 95,151 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 84,712 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2021 84,712 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 76,303 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2019 68,929 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 58,823 miles

both front tyres very low on edges and close to limit

Pass 9 Dec 2017 50,660 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 42,880 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 34,818 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2015 34,818 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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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MF12 MDU is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MF12 MDU, 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 MF12 MDU registered?

MF12 MDU is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is MF12 MDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF12 MDU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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