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AO12 FPV

2012 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

95,614 mi
Last recorded95,614 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 FPV
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 95,614 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 78,644 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 77,160 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2024 77,160 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator both sides (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sideds (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2023 75,582 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 74,139 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 72,305 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 69,835 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 60,018 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Steering slightly harder to turn to the n.s than the o.s ,!

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 27 Mar 2019 60,018 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Steering slightly harder to turn to the n.s than the o.s ,!

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 Apr 2018 46,300 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 46,300 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 40,584 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 40,584 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 30,162 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 30,162 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 21,016 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AO12 FPV is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2012 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 74,301 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 AO12 FPV, 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 14 years old, this Mazda 6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO12 FPV?

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What year was AO12 FPV registered?

AO12 FPV is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 13 April 2012.

Is AO12 FPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO12 FPV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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