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VU16 XXS

2016 Mazda 6

White Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,542 mi
Last recorded78,542 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 2016 Mazda 658,662 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU16 XXS
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2024 78,542 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 72,916 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2022 62,458 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 54,778 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 49,503 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Feb 2020 49,497 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 37,558 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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VU16 XXS is a 2016 Mazda 6 in White with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XXS, 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 VU16 XXS registered?

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

Is VU16 XXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU16 XXS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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