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AV61 YXB

2012 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

119,505 mi
Last recorded119,505 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 YXB
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2025 119,505 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2024 105,858 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2023 92,418 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2022 82,867 miles

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

Tyre obviously under inflated all (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 80,559 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 77,851 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2020 77,851 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2019 68,366 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Feb 2019 68,366 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 57,686 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 47,799 miles

All four tyres have slight perishing / cracking

Pass 5 Feb 2016 38,103 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 32,210 miles

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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AV61 YXB is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 AV61 YXB, 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

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What year was AV61 YXB registered?

AV61 YXB is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 23 February 2012.

Is AV61 YXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV61 YXB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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