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BN53 NXC

2003 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

125,772 mi
Last recorded125,772 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Mazda 683,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 NXC
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2013 125,772 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Surface corrosion to rear subframe, and front and rear suspension components.

Pass 7 Jan 2013 125,772 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Surface corrosion to rear subframe, and front and rear suspension components.

Pass 20 Dec 2011 113,154 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

offside and nearside rear brake disc corroded

offside washer jet requires attention

top and bottom engine covers fitted

Fail 19 Dec 2011 113,094 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

offside and nearside rear brake disc corroded

offside washer jet requires attention

top and bottom engine covers fitted

Pass 17 Jan 2011 102,575 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside and nearside rear brake disc heavily corroded

offside front sidelight dim

offside wiper blade split

Pass 13 Jan 2010 92,554 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front number plate marked

minor stonechips to screen

Fail 13 Jan 2010 92,554 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front number plate marked

minor stonechips to screen

Pass 3 Nov 2008 83,262 miles

Power steering slightly noisey.

Fail 26 Nov 2007 72,688 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

exhauts corroded worse at joints

front number plate water damaged

stone chips in windscreen

suspension components corroded

Pass 26 Nov 2007 72,688 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

exhauts corroded worse at joints

front number plate water damaged

stone chips in windscreen

suspension components corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2006 56,124 miles

rear number plate discoloured

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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BN53 NXC is a 2003 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BN53 NXC, 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 BN53 NXC registered?

BN53 NXC is a 2003 Mazda 6, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is BN53 NXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 NXC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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