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YL16 ZCU

2016 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

119,986 mi
Last recorded119,986 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 658,662 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL16 ZCU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 119,986 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2025 119,986 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Run flat tyre fitted.

Pass 8 Nov 2024 112,573 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2023 96,475 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2023 96,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 137,520 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 112,428 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 61,453 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 53,276 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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YL16 ZCU is a 2016 Mazda 6 in Red with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YL16 ZCU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YL16 ZCU registered?

YL16 ZCU is a 2016 Mazda 6, first registered on 19 July 2016.

Is YL16 ZCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL16 ZCU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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