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VX62 HVB

2012 MG 6

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

68,400 mi
Last recorded68,400 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 MG 653,633 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX62 HVB
MakeMG
Model6
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 68,400 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2024 63,802 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering system slightly rough o/s/f top mount (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 60,691 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2019 60,026 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective Split Rubber Hanger (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Smooth on Inner Shoulder. @2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2018 47,705 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Apr 2018 47,705 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 34,982 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2016 34,982 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 24,322 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 24,322 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the MG 6?

Based on 28,661 MOT tests across 2,640 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
5,834
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
2,640
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 191
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VX62 HVB is a 2012 MG 6 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2012 MG 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 53,633 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 MG 6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 191 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX62 HVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG 6 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this MG 6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VX62 HVB?

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What year was VX62 HVB registered?

VX62 HVB is a 2012 MG 6, first registered on 25 September 2012.

Is VX62 HVB safe to buy?

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