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SC61 FWV

2012 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

134,711 mi
Last recorded134,711 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2021
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC61 FWV
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2021 134,711 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 115,137 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2019 106,694 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 106,437 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected to nearsde (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust flanges deteriorated

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 98,570 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing slightly on edges

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

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

steering slightly tight on lock to lock

Fail 24 May 2018 98,569 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing slightly on edges

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

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

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

steering slightly tight on lock to lock

Pass 25 May 2017 87,547 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing slightly on edges

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

low emissions vehicle, no emissions detected

Fail 25 May 2017 87,546 miles

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

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

Offside Rear tyre wearing slightly on edges

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

low emissions vehicle, no emissions detected

Pass 2 Jun 2016 73,672 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 73,672 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 56,170 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SC61 FWV is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Black with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SC61 FWV, 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 SC61 FWV registered?

SC61 FWV is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 17 February 2012.

Is SC61 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC61 FWV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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