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SD61 BTE

2012 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,537 mi
Last recorded62,537 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD61 BTE
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 62,537 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2025 56,921 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 53,744 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2024 53,744 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2023 50,413 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 48,209 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2022 48,209 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2020 46,150 miles

underside body/suspension components corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2019 43,330 miles
Pass 28 May 2018 40,897 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 39,496 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 34,911 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 31,384 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 31,384 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 28,087 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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SD61 BTE is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SD61 BTE, 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 SD61 BTE registered?

SD61 BTE is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 12 January 2012.

Is SD61 BTE safe to buy?

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