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VK17 TZU

2017 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

120,734 mi
Last recorded120,734 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Mazda 651,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK17 TZU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 120,734 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 110,058 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 107,705 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 99,638 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread on inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inside edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Apr 2023 99,638 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread on inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 76,213 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2022 76,213 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2021 57,842 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 46,424 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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VK17 TZU is a 2017 Mazda 6 in Black with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 51,846 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 VK17 TZU, 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 9 years old, this Mazda 6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VK17 TZU registered?

VK17 TZU is a 2017 Mazda 6, first registered on 26 April 2017.

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