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AV53 TAU

2003 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,606 mi
Last recorded84,606 miles
Recorded on26 May 2011
Typical for 2003 Mazda 683,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 TAU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2011 84,606 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 84,606 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

both rear discs worn

front no plate has crack in it

Pass 28 May 2010 79,087 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 28 May 2009 73,827 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

childs seats fitted to all rear seats

Pass 29 May 2008 68,291 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2007 142,726 miles

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

Offside Front 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 12 Dec 2006 113,437 miles

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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AV53 TAU is a 2003 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 AV53 TAU, 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.

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What year was AV53 TAU registered?

AV53 TAU is a 2003 Mazda 6, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is AV53 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 TAU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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