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KG52 MKZ

2002 Mazda 6

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

148,383 mi
Last recorded148,383 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2013
Typical for 2002 Mazda 678,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG52 MKZ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2013 148,383 miles

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 130,702 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 21 Dec 2012 130,699 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 21 Dec 2011 111,955 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Dec 2011 111,947 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2010 94,525 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 77,086 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2009 77,086 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 15 Dec 2008 59,079 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2008 59,079 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2007 49,665 miles

power steering pump sounds noisey

rear wiper blade rubber split

Pass 5 Dec 2006 40,777 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2005 32,696 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2005 32,696 miles

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

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

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

brake master resivior fluid level low

front brake pads are low

full plastic indertray fitted to vehicle,acess to view components limited

minor damage to nearside rear door by handle

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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KG52 MKZ is a 2002 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 KG52 MKZ, 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 KG52 MKZ registered?

KG52 MKZ is a 2002 Mazda 6, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is KG52 MKZ safe to buy?

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