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VU17 ORC

2017 Mazda 6

Grey Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

76,703 mi
Last recorded76,703 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Mazda 651,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU17 ORC
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 76,703 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 66,651 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 66,627 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2024 66,621 miles

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 58,772 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 +nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 50,103 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 43,381 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2021 35,683 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 28,550 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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 ORC is a 2017 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ORC, 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 ORC registered?

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

Is VU17 ORC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU17 ORC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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