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KG05 XBW

2005 Mazda 6

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

102,239 mi
Last recorded102,239 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG05 XBW
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2022 102,239 miles

Engine & Under-tray(s) fitted obscuring some components

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Surface rust under-side of chassis

Fail 23 Dec 2022 102,239 miles

Engine & Under-tray(s) fitted obscuring some components

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Surface rust under-side of chassis

Pass 3 Sep 2021 89,972 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 82,718 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2020 82,718 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 82,560 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front bumper damaged

of\siad rear sill slight corrosin

Fail 10 Jan 2019 82,038 miles

Offside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Bumper slightly damaged

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Sill slight corrosion

Offside Rear Sill slight corrosion

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 80,446 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 79,280 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jan 2017 79,264 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2015 76,494 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 72,158 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 72,158 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 67,867 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 67,840 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

phone holder removed from windscreen obscuring view

side wall damage to nearside rear tyre

Pass 1 Dec 2012 63,332 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

N/S/F tyre 3-4mm across centre of tread

N/S/R tyre outer sidewall slightly damaged

O/S/F tyre 3-4mm outer tread edge (205/55 R16 91H)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake fluid level in reservoir below maximum

front pads appear low but cannot see through wheels

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2011 56,723 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 53,232 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 48,872 miles

nearside wiper blade smearing the windscreen

Pass 3 Apr 2008 39,202 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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KG05 XBW is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 KG05 XBW, 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 KG05 XBW registered?

KG05 XBW is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 6 April 2005.

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