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MK05 VRZ

2005 Mazda 6

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

196,446 mi
Last recorded196,446 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 VRZ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2019 196,446 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2019 196,445 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch/sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 174,416 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2018 174,305 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 156,423 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced poor pattern (1.7.5a)

Fail 25 Aug 2017 156,423 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced poor pattern (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 138,774 miles

rear inner wheel arches corroded

Fail 31 Jul 2015 113,387 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 31 Jul 2015 113,387 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 29 Aug 2014 101,620 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 101,620 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 91,684 miles

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside front tyre worn on outer edges

offside front tyre worn on outer edges

offside rear tyre worn on outer edges

Pass 29 Aug 2012 78,350 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2011 66,753 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2010 52,091 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 37,678 miles

rear brake pads low

Fail 1 Sep 2009 37,678 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake pads low

Pass 4 Sep 2008 23,250 miles

o/s/r tyre side wall scuffed and worn on edge

Pass 20 Feb 2008 21,919 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 21,917 miles

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

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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MK05 VRZ is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 MK05 VRZ, 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 MK05 VRZ registered?

MK05 VRZ is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 19 March 2005.

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