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YH61 VFA

2011 Mazda 6

White Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

172,695 mi
Last recorded172,695 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 2011 Mazda 683,695 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH61 VFA
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 172,695 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))

handbrake just on limit

Pass 27 Nov 2021 161,222 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 151,947 miles

tpms light on

Fail 27 Nov 2020 151,947 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

tpms light on

Pass 25 Oct 2019 142,199 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2019 142,199 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 133,718 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2018 133,718 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction DPF light flashing (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2017 120,490 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 104,411 miles

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

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

Rear brake discs pitted on inner faces

Pass 21 Sep 2015 85,944 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 63,193 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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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YH61 VFA is a 2011 Mazda 6 in White with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 83,695 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 YH61 VFA, 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 15 years old, this Mazda 6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YH61 VFA registered?

YH61 VFA is a 2011 Mazda 6, first registered on 29 September 2011.

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