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LM05 SBO

2005 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

178,587 mi
Last recorded178,587 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 SBO
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2018 178,587 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2017 171,020 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 164,454 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 156,758 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 147,636 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 147,634 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 137,927 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 128,310 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 116,532 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

bothside front tyre pressure is low!

nearside rear tyre pressure is low

Pass 13 Oct 2011 116,532 miles

bothside front tyre pressure is low!

nearside rear tyre pressure is low

Pass 16 Sep 2010 97,499 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 81,286 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 81,285 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2008 63,472 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 63,472 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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LM05 SBO is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LM05 SBO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM05 SBO registered?

LM05 SBO is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is LM05 SBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 SBO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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