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SO16 YVX

2016 Mazda 6

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,550 mi
Last recorded69,550 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 658,662 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO16 YVX
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 69,550 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 May 2025 59,453 miles

Front both top strut mounting (bearings) slightly rough on rotation

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 May 2025 59,452 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front both top strut mounting (bearings) slightly rough on rotation

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2024 51,444 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 43,576 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 36,463 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 30,895 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 27,014 miles
Pass 6 May 2019 22,240 miles

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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SO16 YVX is a 2016 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 58,662 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 SO16 YVX, 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 10 years old, this Mazda 6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO16 YVX registered?

SO16 YVX is a 2016 Mazda 6, first registered on 28 May 2016.

Is SO16 YVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO16 YVX 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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