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YK65 VUG

2016 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

101,984 mi
Last recorded101,984 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 658,662 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK65 VUG
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 101,984 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2025 101,984 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction po101 (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 86,135 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 225/45/19 ()

Fail 2 Aug 2024 85,865 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 225/45/19 ()

Pass 15 Aug 2023 75,184 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 75,184 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 71,469 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2021 66,959 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 64,080 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2021 64,080 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2020 52,709 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 45,680 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2019 45,680 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

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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YK65 VUG is a 2016 Mazda 6 in Red with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2016 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 58,662 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 YK65 VUG, 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 10 years old, this Mazda 6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YK65 VUG registered?

YK65 VUG is a 2016 Mazda 6, first registered on 24 February 2016.

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