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SM61 VNG

2011 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

124,500 mi
Last recorded124,500 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 2011 Mazda 683,695 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 VNG
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 124,500 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 114,036 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 108,033 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))

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

Fail 4 Dec 2021 108,012 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID Bulb upgrade fitted (4.1.4 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID Bulb upgrade fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 99,017 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 Dec 2020 99,016 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2019 92,374 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2019 92,374 miles

Electronic power steering that is 'fly by wire' has the angle of the steering wheel is inconsistent with the angle of the road wheels steering wheel unstable swings to fully right to full lock, when engine running (2.6 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 83,484 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

suspect steering alignment very badly out

Fail 6 Nov 2018 83,484 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

suspect steering alignment very badly out

Pass 6 Nov 2017 64,782 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 64,782 miles

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 64,728 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2017 64,718 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 51,527 miles

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

Front slight imbalance brakes

Nearside Rear tyre worn on edges

Offside Rear tyre worn on edges

Fail 22 Dec 2015 51,527 miles

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

Front slight imbalance brakes

Nearside Rear tyre worn on edges

Offside Rear tyre worn on edges

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 40,046 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 40,046 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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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SM61 VNG is a 2011 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2011 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 83,695 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 SM61 VNG, 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 15 years old, this Mazda 6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM61 VNG registered?

SM61 VNG is a 2011 Mazda 6, first registered on 31 December 2011.

Is SM61 VNG safe to buy?

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