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OY12 DKL

2012 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

145,517 mi
Last recorded145,517 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY12 DKL
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 145,517 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2025 145,514 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

DPF light flashing

Pass 25 Jun 2024 140,269 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres around 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is 3mm and cracking. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear seats ()

Fail 24 Jun 2024 140,269 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both front head lights dim can't see beam patten. (4.1.4 (b))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres around 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE IS 1.8MM CHANGE ASAP. LEGAL LIMIT IS 1.6MM 225/45r18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is 3mm and cracking. (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear seats ()

Pass 16 May 2023 136,245 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 May 2022 129,972 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 129,971 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2021 124,462 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/18 run flat (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 May 2021 124,462 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/18 run flat (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 119,589 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 110,107 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 102,649 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 93,679 miles

Steering system slightly tight turning to nearside (2.2.D.1)

runflats fitted to fronts and n/s/r wheels radial to o/s/r

Fail 21 Mar 2017 93,679 miles

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

Steering system slightly tight turning to nearside (2.2.D.1)

runflats fitted to fronts and n/s/r wheels radial to o/s/r

Pass 17 Mar 2016 82,535 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 69,435 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

offside front tyre has damage to outer side wall

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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OY12 DKL 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 OY12 DKL, 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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OY12 DKL is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 2 April 2012.

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