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MK62 VML

2012 Mazda 6

Silver Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

137,521 mi
Last recorded137,521 miles
Recorded on25 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK62 VML
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2026 137,521 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 131,990 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 125,002 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Apr 2024 125,002 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2023 114,460 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear axles (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2023 114,460 miles

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

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear axles (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 102,127 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 92,865 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2020 85,421 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 85,421 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 75,668 miles

front brake pads worn very low

Pass 23 Aug 2017 63,280 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 53,809 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 45,793 miles

Child seat fitted

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner bead (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 17 Sep 2015 45,793 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Child seat fitted

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner bead (4.2.A.1a)

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 VML is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VML, 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 VML registered?

MK62 VML is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 11 September 2012.

Is MK62 VML safe to buy?

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