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RV62 VAA

2012 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

52,473 mi
Last recorded52,473 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV62 VAA
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 52,473 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres, slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 48,169 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 48,169 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 44,365 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2022 40,956 miles

Exhaust system surface corrosion

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides/ inner faces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 36,756 miles

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 33,956 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded inner faces, pads 5mm inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

slight play n/s steering arm inner joint

Pass 23 Aug 2019 29,773 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 25,253 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 21,818 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 17,956 miles

some corrosion on inner faces of front discs

Pass 4 Sep 2015 14,084 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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RV62 VAA is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Red with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RV62 VAA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV62 VAA registered?

RV62 VAA is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 6 September 2012.

Is RV62 VAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV62 VAA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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