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SL12 VFS

2012 Mazda 6

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,174 mi
Last recorded98,174 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL12 VFS
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 98,174 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 87,137 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 79,838 miles

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

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

Rear subframe has surface corrosion

Pass 31 May 2019 66,831 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 58,744 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 50,915 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 39,762 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 39,762 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged both rear (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 27,752 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front wheel valves,slight damage

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 VFS is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 VFS, 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 VFS registered?

SL12 VFS is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is SL12 VFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL12 VFS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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