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YF61 VZX

2012 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

171,616 mi
Last recorded171,616 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF61 VZX
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Dec 2025 171,616 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OUTER EDGE SLIGHTLY WORN (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 163,445 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2024 152,307 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 19 Dec 2022 140,883 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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 130,156 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 120,982 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 114,764 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED RESTRICTING ACCESS TO SOME COMPONENTS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

SILL COVERS FITTED RESTRICTED INSPECTION

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE COVERED RESTICTING ACCESS TO SOME COMPONENTS

Pass 14 Jan 2019 104,808 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED RESTRICTING ACCESS TO SOME COMPONENTS

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

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

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE COVERED RESTICTING ACCESS TO SOME COMPONENTS

Pass 9 Jan 2018 95,407 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE COVERED RESTICTING ACCESS TO SOME COMPONENTS

Pass 12 Jan 2017 85,906 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED RESTRICTING ACCESS TO SOME COMPONENTS

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

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

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE COVERED RESTICTING ACCESS TO SOME COMPONENTS

Pass 15 Jan 2016 74,625 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 16 Jan 2015 62,280 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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YF61 VZX 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 100%.

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 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 YF61 VZX, 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 YF61 VZX registered?

YF61 VZX is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 23 February 2012.

Is YF61 VZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF61 VZX shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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