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YJ12 XDB

2012 Mazda 6

Grey Petrol 2488cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,996 mi
Last recorded34,996 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ12 XDB
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 34,996 miles

full factory covers

minor surface rust to underside

Pass 11 Jun 2025 34,891 miles

Engine Body & Sill Covers Fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2024 32,219 miles

Engine Body & Sill Covers Fitted

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 30,580 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 30,580 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 29,135 miles

Manufactures engine, sill and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 27,856 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2021 27,856 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 27,122 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 23,962 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 21,590 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 18,687 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 14,694 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 12,283 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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YJ12 XDB is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 2,488cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 YJ12 XDB, 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 YJ12 XDB registered?

YJ12 XDB is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is YJ12 XDB safe to buy?

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