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KC05 SWU

2005 Mazda 6

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,636 mi
Last recorded116,636 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC05 SWU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2017 116,636 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 6 Apr 2017 116,583 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 108,968 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 13 Apr 2016 108,968 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 99,582 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 89,811 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 79,992 miles

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

front tyres near limit

Pass 17 Apr 2012 68,862 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Apr 2011 58,505 miles

N/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Rear pads look low

Pass 15 Apr 2010 48,785 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 41,695 miles

Due to cover unable to inspect entire underbody.

Pass 21 Apr 2008 31,781 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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KC05 SWU is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KC05 SWU, 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 KC05 SWU registered?

KC05 SWU is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is KC05 SWU safe to buy?

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