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OV62 EVK

2012 Mazda 6

Silver Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2024
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

118,313 mi
Last recorded118,313 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV62 EVK
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2023 118,313 miles

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

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

Oil level low.

Fail 11 Jan 2023 118,313 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Oil level low.

Pass 2 Feb 2022 111,252 miles

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

exhaust system corroded

undertrays fitted

Fail 2 Feb 2022 111,252 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

exhaust system corroded

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Jan 2021 103,075 miles

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

engine bay covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 31 Jan 2020 97,742 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread and also has a nail in it (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread and also has a nail in it (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Jan 2020 97,739 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread and also has a nail in it (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread and also has a nail in it (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 90,483 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 78,722 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 78,722 miles

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

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

DPF light flashing

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

Pass 12 Jan 2017 64,577 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 64,577 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 48,594 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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OV62 EVK is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Silver 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 OV62 EVK, 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 OV62 EVK registered?

OV62 EVK is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 18 October 2012.

Is OV62 EVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV62 EVK shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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