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J18 DTB

2005 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

141,338 mi
Last recorded141,338 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ18 DTB
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2016 141,338 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 132,509 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 127,217 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 3 Jun 2013 127,216 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Dec 2012 123,631 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2012 123,631 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 115,218 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 89,991 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 78,774 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 75,450 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 62,931 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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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J18 DTB is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 J18 DTB, 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.

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What year was J18 DTB registered?

J18 DTB is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is J18 DTB safe to buy?

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