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VN62 YWV

2012 Mazda 6

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

91,323 mi
Last recorded91,323 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN62 YWV
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 91,323 miles

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

Exhaust system deteriorated

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

vehicle underside corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2024 88,598 miles

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

Exhaust system deteriorated

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle underside corroded

Fail 28 Oct 2024 88,591 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Exhaust system deteriorated

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle underside corroded

Pass 27 Oct 2023 86,022 miles

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

Exhaust system deteriorated

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle underside corroded

Fail 26 Oct 2023 86,013 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached Upper mount cracked (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust system deteriorated

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle underside corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2022 82,782 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

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

Undertray has signs of fuel, no sign of leak at time of test

Pass 25 Oct 2021 78,724 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 21 Oct 2021 78,723 miles

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2020 75,609 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 72,339 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust deteriorated

Fail 18 Oct 2019 72,335 miles

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 13 Sep 2018 67,193 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 59,167 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 59,167 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 50,754 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 40,108 miles

different size tyres fitted to front

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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VN62 YWV is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2012 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 74,301 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 VN62 YWV, 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 14 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 VN62 YWV registered?

VN62 YWV is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 18 December 2012.

Is VN62 YWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN62 YWV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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