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VK61 VZZ

2011 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

177,836 mi
Last recorded177,836 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2021
Typical for 2011 Mazda 683,695 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK61 VZZ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2021 177,836 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front external slave cylinder slight leak of fluid

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

power steering stiff when turning to the nearside

Fail 17 Mar 2021 177,835 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 33% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front external slave cylinder slight leak of fluid

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

power steering stiff when turning to the nearside

Pass 4 Oct 2019 160,652 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

oil level low

Pass 1 Oct 2018 138,496 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre x3 ()

Pass 10 Oct 2017 118,264 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 94,095 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 72,833 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 50,527 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 50,527 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 VZZ is a 2011 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VZZ, 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 VZZ registered?

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

Is VK61 VZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK61 VZZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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