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VK61 SXU

2011 Mazda 6

Silver Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

134,233 mi
Last recorded134,233 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2024
Typical for 2011 Mazda 683,695 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK61 SXU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2024 134,233 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2024 134,233 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working toped up washer fluid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 131,347 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 117,383 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 106,378 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 89,520 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 89,515 miles

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected steering pulling automatically to the right (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Dec 2018 86,514 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

dpf warning light flashing

engine cover & undertray fitted

Fail 15 Dec 2018 86,514 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

dpf warning light flashing

engine cover & undertray fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2018 80,210 miles

child seat fitted not allowing inspection of the adult belt

engine cover & undertray fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2016 71,700 miles

advisory engine cover and under tray fitted

Fail 23 Dec 2016 71,700 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm nearside front (4.1.E.1)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm offside front (4.1.E.1)

advisory engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 9 Jan 2016 61,120 miles

advisory engine cover and under tray and cover fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2015 52,674 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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VK61 SXU is a 2011 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2011 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 83,695 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 VK61 SXU, 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 15 years old, this Mazda 6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VK61 SXU registered?

VK61 SXU is a 2011 Mazda 6, first registered on 29 September 2011.

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