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K3 EPV

2002 Mazda 6

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,527 mi
Last recorded120,527 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2012
Typical for 2002 Mazda 678,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK3 EPV
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2012 120,527 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 105,279 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 97,334 miles

Rear no plate in poor condition..

Slight distortion to off/side front disc..

Fail 9 Dec 2010 97,318 miles

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

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

Rear no plate in poor condition..

Slight distortion to off/side front disc..

Pass 26 Nov 2009 86,754 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

centre rear seat belt not tested (child seat fitted)

nearside rear seat belt not tested (child seat fitted)

Fail 24 Nov 2009 86,724 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

both front tyres wearing low (2mm on outer edges)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 77,748 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 68,209 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 54,146 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 54,146 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 15 Nov 2005 41,771 miles

Removed child seat (with owners permision) to gain access to centre seat belt buckle

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2005 41,771 miles

Removed child seat (with owners permision) to gain access to centre seat belt buckle

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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K3 EPV is a 2002 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K3 EPV, 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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What year was K3 EPV registered?

K3 EPV is a 2002 Mazda 6, first registered on 13 November 2002.

Is K3 EPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K3 EPV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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