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VK61 WDO

2011 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

132,648 mi
Last recorded132,648 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2011 Mazda 683,695 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 132,648 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2023 120,549 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Nov 2023 120,549 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 109,137 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 100,279 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener and suction cup ()

Pass 30 Nov 2020 91,712 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2020 91,711 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 May 2019 73,985 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge zero tread on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 28 May 2019 73,981 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge zero tread on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 31 May 2018 59,393 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 53,877 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 46,998 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 41,970 miles

front brake pads starting to wear thin

minor chips to windscreen

rear brake pads starting to wear thin

Pass 5 Sep 2014 33,987 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 WDO is a 2011 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WDO, 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 WDO registered?

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

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