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GL02 MWJ

2002 Mazda 6

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

118,851 mi
Last recorded118,851 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 Mazda 678,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL02 MWJ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 Jul 2016 118,851 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill aera (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch aera (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill aera (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill aera (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch aera (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill aera (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 114,032 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 114,032 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 107,478 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 107,477 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front discs worn

Pass 3 Jul 2013 102,166 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 90,708 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 81,967 miles

n/s/f chassis slightly corroded

o/s inner cv boot leaking

Fail 22 Mar 2011 81,948 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

n/s/f chassis slightly corroded

o/s inner cv boot leaking

Pass 26 Mar 2010 73,936 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 73,936 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 64,974 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 48,123 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 47,220 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 32,736 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 17,520 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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GL02 MWJ is a 2002 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2002 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 78,488 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 GL02 MWJ, 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 24 years old, this Mazda 6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GL02 MWJ is a 2002 Mazda 6, first registered on 27 June 2002.

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