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VE16 XLG

2016 Mazda 6

Silver Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,359 mi
Last recorded74,359 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 658,662 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE16 XLG
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2026 74,359 miles

Front and rear brake disc's in poor condition

Pass 6 Aug 2025 67,859 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 60,846 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 51,892 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 45,043 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 37,641 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 31,941 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 25,489 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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VE16 XLG is a 2016 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VE16 XLG, 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 VE16 XLG registered?

VE16 XLG is a 2016 Mazda 6, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is VE16 XLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE16 XLG shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE16 XLG have outstanding finance?

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