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VN62 YXS

2012 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

128,707 mi
Last recorded128,707 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN62 YXS
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 128,707 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

car is covered with underseal paint

Fail 21 Jan 2026 128,704 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jan 2025 120,189 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jan 2025 120,182 miles

Emissions unable to be completed low oil pressure light on (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2024 108,049 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner and outer faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

full undertray fitted

Fail 23 Jan 2024 108,049 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner and outer faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

full undertray fitted

tpms lamp on

Pass 24 Jan 2023 99,619 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 92,316 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2022 92,316 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 88,652 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 83,275 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 70,618 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 58,454 miles

Offside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. handbrake (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 47,291 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 46,989 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 32,321 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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VN62 YXS is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Red with a 2,191cc diesel 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 YXS, 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 YXS registered?

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

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