Mazda 6 MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

24.2%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old Mazda 6 vehicles
Based on 117,516 MOT tests
3.8pp below the UK average (28%)

Mazda 6 in this age bracket has a 24.2% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: suspension and brakes.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old Mazda 6 are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Suspension 4.2%
Brakes 3.8%
Lamps & Electrics 3.0%
Tyres 2.6%
Visibility 1.7%
Steering 0.4%
Body & Chassis 0.3%

How Does This Compare?

Mazda 6 MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 7.7% 7,845 Tyres
3-5 years 13.4% 50,992 Visibility
6-10 years 24.2% 117,516 Suspension
11-15 years 40.3% 93,982 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 49.0% 19,715 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 6-10 year old Mazda 6 reliable?

6-10-year-old Mazda 6 vehicles have a 24.2% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old Mazda 6?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Suspension — 4.2% failure risk
  • Brakes — 3.8% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 3.0% failure risk

How can I prepare my Mazda 6 for its MOT?

For a 6-10-year-old Mazda 6, focus on: (1) Suspension — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 6-10-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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