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VA12 DBU

2012 Mazda 6

Silver Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,621 mi
Last recorded84,621 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA12 DBU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 84,621 miles

Central Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced to rear lower inner/outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced to rear lower inner/outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 78,678 miles

DPF light flashing on instrument cluster

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Parking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Fail 2 Jul 2025 78,604 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

DPF light flashing on instrument cluster

Pass 11 Jul 2024 72,944 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 72,147 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 69,951 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 68,048 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 66,529 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn in the outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in the outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both wheels getting low 2.00mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 62,155 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 56,418 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 48,180 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 40,207 miles

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

spare wheel missing

Fail 17 Jun 2016 40,207 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

spare wheel missing

Pass 22 Jun 2015 30,487 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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VA12 DBU is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VA12 DBU, 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 VA12 DBU registered?

VA12 DBU is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 29 June 2012.

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