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AK53 VLJ

2003 Mazda 6

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,460 mi
Last recorded67,460 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2011
Typical for 2003 Mazda 683,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 VLJ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2011 67,460 miles

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

both front brake discs worn

Fail 1 Aug 2011 67,460 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

both front brake discs worn

Pass 14 Jul 2010 52,320 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 44,903 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 35,195 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 35,172 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 27,233 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 20,812 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 20,812 miles

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

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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AK53 VLJ is a 2003 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 83,392 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK53 VLJ, 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 23 years old, this Mazda 6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK53 VLJ registered?

AK53 VLJ is a 2003 Mazda 6, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is AK53 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 VLJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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