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SL12 BSZ

2012 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

147,714 mi
Last recorded147,714 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL12 BSZ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2023 147,714 miles

fuel tank straps corroded

Fail 9 Feb 2023 147,709 miles

Central Emissions unable to be completed exhaust holed & blowing (8.2.2.2 (e))

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipes from catalyst severed, corroded & holed (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

fuel tank straps corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2022 141,186 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall & 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread deteriorated & 2mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 134,776 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 129,357 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2020 129,351 miles

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear handbrake low effort

Pass 14 Feb 2019 111,923 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 92,646 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 73,334 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2016 56,797 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 41,526 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

o/s blade split.

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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SL12 BSZ is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 SL12 BSZ, 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 SL12 BSZ registered?

SL12 BSZ is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is SL12 BSZ safe to buy?

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