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MK62 VLV

2012 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

108,547 mi
Last recorded108,547 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK62 VLV
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 108,547 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 6 Aug 2025 108,125 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up wheel has restricted moment (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Jul 2024 103,764 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 96,690 miles

hand brake lever travel

Fail 2 Aug 2023 96,690 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

hand brake lever travel

Pass 30 Jul 2022 92,949 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 92,947 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2021 88,328 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))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 85,378 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 85,378 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2019 77,847 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 66,179 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 48,613 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 22 Jun 2017 48,613 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 37,119 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 25,482 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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MK62 VLV is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Black with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 MK62 VLV, 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.

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What year was MK62 VLV registered?

MK62 VLV is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 24 September 2012.

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