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VK61 VYZ

2011 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

165,418 mi
Last recorded165,418 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda 683,695 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK61 VYZ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 165,418 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2025 141,279 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2023 112,581 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 6 Nov 2023 112,580 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2022 92,325 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 87,619 miles

corrosion to rear of body

Fail 26 Aug 2021 87,617 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front wheel hard to turn by hand

corrosion to rear of body

Pass 11 Sep 2020 84,211 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 76,022 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2018 66,556 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 66,556 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 12 May 2017 54,972 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 46,248 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 36,354 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 33,296 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre has damage to outer sidewall

offside front tyre tread wearing low and wearing on inner edge

slight corrosion/wear on front brake discs

slight fluctuation on rear brakes

small cracks/cuts to rear tyres

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 VYZ is a 2011 Mazda 6 in Black with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 VK61 VYZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK61 VYZ registered?

VK61 VYZ is a 2011 Mazda 6, first registered on 28 September 2011.

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