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MM61 AOJ

2012 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2023
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

141,257 mi
Last recorded141,257 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2022
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM61 AOJ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2022 141,257 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

General corrosion

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2021 136,574 miles

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

full engine covers fitted preventing some inspections

full under shields fitted preventing some inspections

Fail 15 Feb 2021 136,573 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

full engine covers fitted preventing some inspections

full under shields fitted preventing some inspections

Pass 24 Feb 2020 133,223 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2020 133,109 miles

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

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

Steering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 127,157 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2019 127,157 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced bulb slightly fitted wrong (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 119,263 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 110,485 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

dpf light on

Fail 1 Mar 2017 110,477 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

dpf light on

Pass 23 Feb 2016 95,247 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Feb 2016 95,247 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 83,117 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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MM61 AOJ is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Black with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 MM61 AOJ, 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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MM61 AOJ is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 29 February 2012.

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