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VN16 MKZ

2016 Mazda 6

Silver Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

139,589 mi
Last recorded139,589 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 658,662 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN16 MKZ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 139,589 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 Apr 2026 139,589 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2025 126,705 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 110,121 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 90,714 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 74,263 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 62,437 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 52,358 miles

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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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VN16 MKZ is a 2016 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 58,662 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 VN16 MKZ, 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 10 years old, this Mazda 6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN16 MKZ registered?

VN16 MKZ is a 2016 Mazda 6, first registered on 13 June 2016.

Is VN16 MKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN16 MKZ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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