CarVerify

Free Car Check

BL12 FTU

2012 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 1998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

109,841 mi
Last recorded109,841 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda 674,301 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL12 FTU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2026 109,841 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

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

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 103,533 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn both edges (5.2.3 (e))

steering slightly stiff left hand lock

Pass 12 Oct 2023 93,502 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides, clouded, beginning to affect beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2022 83,574 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted obscuring some components

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

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 5 Oct 2022 83,574 miles

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

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

Engine covers & undertrays fitted obscuring some components

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

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 21 Sep 2021 76,586 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 68,815 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 61,427 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 53,094 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Oct 2017 46,641 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 46,531 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

under trays fitted to under side of vehicle obscuring some components.

Pass 12 Oct 2016 42,028 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 38,862 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2015 27,649 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
Full Mazda 6 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BL12 FTU is a 2012 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BL12 FTU, 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 BL12 FTU?

You can check the full history of BL12 FTU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BL12 FTU registered?

BL12 FTU is a 2012 Mazda 6, first registered on 10 August 2012.

Is BL12 FTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL12 FTU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BL12 FTU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BL12 FTU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.