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Mazda 6

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,998 cc

YR56 AYSMOT history

YR56 AYS is a grey diesel Mazda 6 first used on 26 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2023 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 194,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2022.

YR56 AYS grey Mazda 6 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 6, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2023
Mileage
194,621 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2022
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,131 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
YR56 AYS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
6
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
26 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

YR56 AYS was last recorded at 194,621 miles on 31 Mar 2022, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,618 miles · 30 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
9,131 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 194,621 miles
  • 2021 – 182,948 miles
  • 2020 – 173,616 miles
  • 2019 – 162,260 miles
  • 2018 – 154,263 miles
  • 2017 – 143,476 miles
  • 2016 – 133,725 miles
  • 2014 – 128,073 miles
  • 2013 – 119,284 miles
  • 2012 – 108,091 miles
  • 2011 – 101,277 miles
  • 2010 – 93,446 miles
  • 2009 – 82,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,621 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear arm. (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Replacement advised. (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside rear, Offside rear, Nearside front and Offside front. (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Sill covers fitted, unable to fully inspect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Under-tray fitted obscuring underside components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Underside corrosion present

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,621 miles (+3)4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    194,621 miles
    Test number
    875052938841
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear arm. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Replacement advised. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside rear, Offside rear, Nearside front and Offside front. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail194,618 miles (+11,670)4 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,618 miles
    Test number
    609066006827
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear arm. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Replacement advised. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside rear, Offside rear, Nearside front and Offside front. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass182,948 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    182,948 miles
    Test number
    158876927430
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted, unable to fully inspect
    • AdvisoryUnder-tray fitted obscuring underside components
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion present

  4. Fail182,948 miles (+9,332)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,948 miles
    Test number
    466755472080
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge winter tyre in poor condition (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted, unable to fully inspect
    • AdvisoryUnder-tray fitted obscuring underside components
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion present

  5. Pass173,616 miles (+11,356)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    173,616 miles
    Test number
    445280828816
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rearward arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive osr/nsr inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass162,260 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    162,260 miles
    Test number
    781708558197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear number plate light dim

  7. Fail162,252 miles (+7,989)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,252 miles
    Test number
    540539302890
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear number plate light dim

  8. Pass154,263 miles (+43)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    154,263 miles
    Test number
    909963660819
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail154,220 miles (+10,744)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,220 miles
    Test number
    883942222297
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt x 2 arms (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit badly worn inner edge bold (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass143,476 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    143,476 miles
    Test number
    324717299101
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is getting rusty

  11. Fail143,476 miles (+9,751)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,476 miles
    Test number
    323409073186
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect suspect that the bulb is not fitted correctly (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced 30% (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding slightly
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is getting rusty

  12. Pass133,725 miles (+5,652)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    133,725 miles
    Test number
    187567289449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass128,073 miles (+8,789)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    128,073 miles
    Test number
    898023954358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass119,284 miles8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    119,284 miles
    Test number
    405635153499
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note4 lts engine oil needed for mot test

  15. Fail119,284 miles (+11,193)1 repaired8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,284 miles
    Test number
    947545053316
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note4 lts engine oil needed for mot test

  16. Pass108,091 miles (+19)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    108,091 miles
    Test number
    438636752338
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  17. Fail108,072 miles (+6,795)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,072 miles
    Test number
    165519442368
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteEngine knocking
    • NoteEngine oil low

  18. Pass101,277 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    101,277 miles
    Test number
    585510451310
    • NoteBattery corroded

  19. Fail101,273 miles (+7,827)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,273 miles
    Test number
    546389541377
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBattery corroded

  20. Pass93,446 miles (+10,671)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    93,446 miles
    Test number
    240633960386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass82,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    82,775 miles
    Test number
    762254169394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about YR56 AYS

Does YR56 AYS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on YR56 AYS expired on 31 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on YR56 AYS?
The MOT on YR56 AYS expired on 31 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has YR56 AYS done?
YR56 AYS was recorded at 194,621 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2022, an average of 9,131 miles a year.
Has YR56 AYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. YR56 AYS has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on YR56 AYS 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 YR56 AYS find?
YR56 AYS passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2022 with 4 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm., and 9 more.

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