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KC55 TPU

2005 Mazda 6

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

128,451 mi
Last recorded128,451 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC55 TPU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2019 128,451 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 128,051 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2018 114,326 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2017 99,534 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 86,493 miles

Engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Offside Front Tyre Perished

Offside Front Tyre Worn On Edges

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

Offside Rear Tyre Perished

Offside Rear Tyre Worn On Edges

Undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 7 Nov 2014 72,611 miles

Both N/S & O/S/F brakes binding slightly, causing restricted free movement

Pass 12 Nov 2013 65,432 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 65,430 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2012 60,354 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 53,160 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 7 Nov 2011 53,155 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 46,082 miles

O/S/F tyre is just touching the lower arm on full right lock,

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 39,599 miles

Dvise rear brake pads are at 3mm thick.

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

Pass 21 Nov 2008 32,889 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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KC55 TPU is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KC55 TPU, 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 KC55 TPU registered?

KC55 TPU is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 24 November 2005.

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