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VN62 YYB

2012 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

119,412 mi
Last recorded119,412 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2025 119,412 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2024 106,085 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 99,396 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

emissions too clean to register

Pass 19 Oct 2021 91,314 miles

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

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

emissions too clean to register

Pass 12 Nov 2020 20,866 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2020 85,732 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 74,760 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 66,215 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 66,215 miles

Emissions not tested during pre checks engine found to be revving past governor and engine noisey (8.2.2.2 (e))

Fail 25 Sep 2018 66,211 miles

Emissions not tested during pre checks engine found to be revving past governor and engine noisey (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 43,872 miles

ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT FLASHING WARNING

Pass 16 Sep 2016 19,348 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 13,153 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 YYB is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Red with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YYB, 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 YYB registered?

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

Is VN62 YYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN62 YYB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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