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Mazda 6

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,998 cc

S40 FWAMOT history

S40 FWA is a silver diesel Mazda 6 first used on 21 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 15 May 2024 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 79,139 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2023.

S40 FWA silver Mazda 6 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 6, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 May 2024
Mileage
79,139 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2023
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,258 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 FWA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
6
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 May 2024
Latest MOT test
16 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 FWA was last recorded at 79,139 miles on 16 May 2023, 361 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
78,778 miles · 12 May 2022
Between the last two tests
361 miles
Average per year
4,258 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 79,139 miles
  • 2022 – 78,778 miles
  • 2021 – 78,004 miles
  • 2020 – 77,447 miles
  • 2019 – 74,770 miles
  • 2018 – 69,479 miles
  • 2017 – 65,109 miles
  • 2016 – 60,387 miles
  • 2015 – 54,578 miles
  • 2014 – 49,402 miles
  • 2013 – 42,226 miles
  • 2012 – 36,201 miles
  • 2011 – 28,660 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,139 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Offside Front tyre cracking in tread area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,139 miles (+361)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    79,139 miles
    Test number
    196779913219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass78,778 miles (+774)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    78,778 miles
    Test number
    149263625369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass78,004 miles (+557)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    78,004 miles
    Test number
    459407866373
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded from cat back

  4. Pass77,447 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    77,447 miles
    Test number
    720568825405
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVarious underside components corroded

  5. Fail77,445 miles (+2,675)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,445 miles
    Test number
    901262988780
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVarious underside components corroded

  6. Pass74,770 miles (+5,291)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    74,770 miles
    Test number
    537616609081
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Look low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass69,479 miles (+4,370)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    69,479 miles
    Test number
    527079609061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking in tread area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside brake pipe front to rear join damp with fluid but not leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Pass65,109 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,109 miles
    Test number
    415693176019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracking in tread area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking in tread area
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Fail65,109 miles (+4,722)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,109 miles
    Test number
    965697223575
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear marked yellow (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded marked yellow (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracking in tread area
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking in tread area
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass60,387 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    60,387 miles
    Test number
    941261358447
    • AdvisoryBoth front and both front to rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake discs very worn corroded and lipped

  11. Fail60,387 miles (+5,809)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,387 miles
    Test number
    358122293214
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front and both front to rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake discs very worn corroded and lipped
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pads very low
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre soft and badly cracked and perished inbetween tread

  12. Pass54,578 miles (+5,176)1 dangerous1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    54,578 miles
    Test number
    887606265154
    • DangerousFront brake pads very low 1.5mm
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket deteriorated but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBrake fluid level low
    • NoteFront brake discs very worn and lipped
    • NoteSlight brake fluctuation nearside rear

  13. Pass49,402 miles (+7,176)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    49,402 miles
    Test number
    479900574140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,226 miles (+6,025)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    42,226 miles
    Test number
    749125373197
    • NoteFront discs worn

  15. Pass36,201 miles (+7,541)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    36,201 miles
    Test number
    669041882169
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  16. Pass28,660 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    28,660 miles
    Test number
    688929981178
    • NoteO/s/r/ tyre cracking between treads
    • NoteSlight binding on n/s/r/ brake

  17. Fail28,660 miles1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,660 miles
    Test number
    459559281110
    • DangerousOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteO/s/r/ tyre cracking between treads
    • NoteSlight binding on n/s/r/ brake

Questions about S40 FWA

Does S40 FWA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S40 FWA expired on 15 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S40 FWA?
The MOT on S40 FWA expired on 15 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S40 FWA done?
S40 FWA was recorded at 79,139 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2023, an average of 4,258 miles a year.
Has S40 FWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 FWA has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on S40 FWA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S40 FWA find?
S40 FWA passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2023 with 16 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 13 more.

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