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VU16 XVK

2016 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

70,617 mi
Last recorded70,617 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 658,662 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU16 XVK
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 70,617 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 63,353 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 56,597 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front Lower Arm Rear Bushes Splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front Tyres Feathering Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip Present In Center Of Windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 45,677 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip Present In Center Of Windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 39,440 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Stone chip to windscreen

Underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection of underbody components

Pass 12 Feb 2020 35,465 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall + worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

stone chip to windscreen

Pass 28 Feb 2019 26,537 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Feb 2019 26,537 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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VU16 XVK is a 2016 Mazda 6 in Black 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 VU16 XVK, 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

How do I check the history of VU16 XVK?

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What year was VU16 XVK registered?

VU16 XVK is a 2016 Mazda 6, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is VU16 XVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU16 XVK 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.

Does VU16 XVK have outstanding finance?

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