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AF09 VLR

2009 Mazda 6

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

143,634 mi
Last recorded143,634 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda 685,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 VLR
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 143,634 miles

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

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

under vehicle corroded completely

Pass 3 Apr 2024 127,704 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 3 Apr 2024 127,704 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2023 120,692 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2023 120,692 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 113,295 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 108,996 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 104,496 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 97,384 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 89,761 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 6 Mar 2018 89,761 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Mar 2017 80,741 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 68,308 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 56,802 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 47,957 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 38,923 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 29,362 miles

o/s/r tyre slightly perished between tread

screw in n/s/r tyre tyre perished between tread

Fail 19 Mar 2012 29,362 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

o/s/r tyre slightly perished between tread

screw in n/s/r tyre tyre perished between tread

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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AF09 VLR is a 2009 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 85,348 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 AF09 VLR, 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 17 years old, this Mazda 6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF09 VLR registered?

AF09 VLR is a 2009 Mazda 6, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is AF09 VLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF09 VLR shows 18 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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