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YD12 KYF

2012 Mazda 6

Silver Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

163,126 mi
Last recorded163,126 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD12 KYF
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 163,126 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted dent outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 May 2026 163,126 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted dent outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2025 159,112 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 159,112 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2024 154,236 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 May 2024 154,236 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 May 2023 146,547 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 146,547 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2022 135,124 miles
Fail 19 May 2022 135,124 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2021 125,499 miles
Fail 11 May 2021 125,499 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 117,304 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 106,625 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 106,162 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 92,672 miles

engine cover & under tray fitted unable to complete inspection

Pass 11 May 2017 78,516 miles

engine cover & under tray fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2016 62,705 miles

engine cover & under trey fitted

Fail 29 Apr 2016 62,704 miles

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)

engine cover & under trey fitted

Pass 19 May 2015 47,850 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 45,396 miles

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

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

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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YD12 KYF is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 YD12 KYF, 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.

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What year was YD12 KYF registered?

YD12 KYF is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is YD12 KYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD12 KYF shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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