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SY62 OVC

2012 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,072 mi
Last recorded119,072 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2021
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY62 OVC
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2021 119,072 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 119,072 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020 137,532 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 108,249 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2019 108,249 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front fog light inop

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

undertray insecure

Pass 20 Aug 2018 75,804 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 20 Aug 2018 75,804 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 58,577 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2017 55,388 miles

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

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

centre rear seat belt retracting mechanism weak

front brake discs corroded to inner surfaces

Pass 23 Mar 2016 42,954 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 28,951 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 28,951 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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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SY62 OVC is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 2,183cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SY62 OVC, 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 SY62 OVC registered?

SY62 OVC is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is SY62 OVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY62 OVC shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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