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SM12 FET

2012 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

183,359 mi
Last recorded183,359 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 FET
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2023 183,359 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 164,763 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 146,227 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 129,620 miles

rear brakes discs pitted

Pass 15 May 2019 106,039 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 105,758 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2018 90,349 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 82,082 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2016 69,527 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nsr wheel valve damaged

osr brake disc heat damaged

runout in nsf brake disc

xs travel on handbrake lever

Pass 23 Apr 2015 50,134 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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SM12 FET is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Black with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SM12 FET, 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 SM12 FET registered?

SM12 FET is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 22 May 2012.

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