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SE12 KYU

2012 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

177,181 mi
Last recorded177,181 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE12 KYU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2024 177,181 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2024 177,179 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Nearside Rear Handbrake not as good as offside

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

Pass 6 Jan 2023 153,500 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jan 2023 153,500 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high Both sides (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 136,534 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 125,127 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 112,404 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 112,395 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 95,971 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 71,705 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 33,187 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 32,337 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 26,149 miles

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

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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SE12 KYU is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Red with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SE12 KYU, 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 SE12 KYU registered?

SE12 KYU is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is SE12 KYU safe to buy?

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