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YS16 GCV

2016 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

157,892 mi
Last recorded157,892 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 658,662 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS16 GCV
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 157,892 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 147,741 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 136,351 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 124,485 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 113,043 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 103,082 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jul 2020 103,082 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 92,203 miles

Front both tyres close to legal limit

Offside Front nail in tyre tread

Rear both tyres low

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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YS16 GCV is a 2016 Mazda 6 in Red 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 YS16 GCV, 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 YS16 GCV registered?

YS16 GCV is a 2016 Mazda 6, first registered on 14 July 2016.

Is YS16 GCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS16 GCV 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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