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VK12 ULW

2012 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,721 mi
Last recorded72,721 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 ULW
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2025 72,721 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 69,428 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 63,605 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 59,770 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 50,615 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 46,856 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 42,723 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 33,017 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 29,407 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 24,133 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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VK12 ULW is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Black with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VK12 ULW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK12 ULW registered?

VK12 ULW is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is VK12 ULW safe to buy?

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Does VK12 ULW have outstanding finance?

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