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BG53 HKW

2003 Mazda 6

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

38,537 mi
Last recorded38,537 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda 683,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 HKW
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Fail 22 Sep 2025 38,537 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 36,753 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2024 36,747 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 34,680 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 32,236 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 30,037 miles

Offside Rear park reading low

Pass 28 Sep 2020 27,736 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body /inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 26,308 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 25,386 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 24,242 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 23,398 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 22,618 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 21,665 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 20,838 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 18,618 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 15,156 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 12,505 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 9,754 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 7,862 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 6,610 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 5,518 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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BG53 HKW is a 2003 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 BG53 HKW, 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 BG53 HKW registered?

BG53 HKW is a 2003 Mazda 6, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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