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YR16 CEX

2016 Mazda 6

Grey Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

163,462 mi
Last recorded163,462 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 658,662 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR16 CEX
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 163,462 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 156,130 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL greased (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2024 156,130 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL greased (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 147,475 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2022 139,335 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 131,092 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 124,616 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 29 Mar 2019 99,634 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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YR16 CEX is a 2016 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 YR16 CEX, 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 YR16 CEX registered?

YR16 CEX is a 2016 Mazda 6, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is YR16 CEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR16 CEX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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