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VU17 OLW

2017 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,794 mi
Last recorded112,794 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Mazda 651,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU17 OLW
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2026 112,794 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2025 107,753 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm rear bushes slightly worn/perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front and rear subframes and suspension arms have surface corrosion

Pass 6 Jul 2024 100,114 miles

Back box heat shield loose

Front and rear subfames and suspention arms starting to corrode

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2023 83,534 miles

Offside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and wearing on inner and outer edges 225/45/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 72,356 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside rear disc scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 60,133 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 56,603 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 51,540 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (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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VU17 OLW is a 2017 Mazda 6 in Red with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 51,846 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 VU17 OLW, 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 9 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 VU17 OLW registered?

VU17 OLW is a 2017 Mazda 6, first registered on 1 March 2017.

Is VU17 OLW safe to buy?

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