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SP12 ZBU

2012 Mazda 6

White Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,451 mi
Last recorded105,451 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2022
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 ZBU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2022 105,451 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 105,451 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 102,901 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2021 102,900 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jan 2021 90,238 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension components generally corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2020 79,100 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2020 79,100 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 67,866 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 58,009 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 45,852 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 36,042 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 27,174 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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SP12 ZBU is a 2012 Mazda 6 in White with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 SP12 ZBU, 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 SP12 ZBU registered?

SP12 ZBU is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is SP12 ZBU safe to buy?

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