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VU61 OFB

2012 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,961 mi
Last recorded97,961 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2022
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU61 OFB
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2022 97,961 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2022 97,961 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction dpf light on (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 83,261 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2020 72,621 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2020 72,621 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 66,410 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 66,410 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jan 2018 60,569 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Jan 2018 60,569 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 52,517 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 27 Jan 2016 43,300 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (3.5.1g)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 31,737 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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VU61 OFB is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Black with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VU61 OFB, 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 VU61 OFB registered?

VU61 OFB is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 3 February 2012.

Is VU61 OFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU61 OFB shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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