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BU05 YTD

2005 Mazda 6

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

81,423 mi
Last recorded81,423 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 YTD
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 81,423 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 76,775 miles

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 May 2024 71,426 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 52,678 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 May 2023 52,661 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective No Beam Pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 May 2022 48,388 miles

Front Stone chip on windscreen

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 May 2022 48,388 miles

Front Position lamp not working Both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front Stone chip on windscreen

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 48,102 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Both tyres are cracking & perished

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Jul 2021 48,102 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Both tyres are cracking & perished

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 47,258 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 46,422 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 45,248 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 45,248 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 42,971 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 39,986 miles

Offside Front wiperblade deteriorating (splitting)

covers & shields fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2015 36,959 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 34,888 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 31,111 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 28,909 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2011 26,649 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 23,984 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 20,976 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 16,053 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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BU05 YTD is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2005 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 77,324 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 BU05 YTD, 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 21 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 BU05 YTD registered?

BU05 YTD is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is BU05 YTD safe to buy?

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