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EK55 VJC

2005 Mazda 6

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

99,384 mi
Last recorded99,384 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 VJC
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 99,384 miles

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

Fail 7 Feb 2026 99,383 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 89,190 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2024 79,232 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Feb 2024 79,232 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 63,076 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 47,953 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 47,924 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 47,918 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 47,596 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2017 47,151 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 47,151 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 46,250 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 45,269 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 43,916 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 41,998 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 41,998 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 38,456 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 33,762 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 28,549 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 21,763 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 16,194 miles

n/s and o/s main beam aims been blocked out

n/s/rear lamp lens cracked

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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EK55 VJC is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EK55 VJC, 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 EK55 VJC registered?

EK55 VJC is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 7 October 2005.

Is EK55 VJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK55 VJC shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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