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MV05 LRL

2005 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

151,714 mi
Last recorded151,714 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 LRL
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 151,714 miles

rust on underbody

Fail 5 May 2017 151,570 miles

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

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

rust on underbody

Pass 3 May 2016 145,390 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 145,382 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 138,812 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 131,536 miles

Not able to fully inspect outer body sills (plastic covers fitted)

general corrosion to vehicle underside

n/s steering rack gaiter missing (gaiter secure)

slight corrosion n/s and o/s outer body silld (not holed)

Pass 9 May 2013 119,365 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 11 May 2012 104,378 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 90,040 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre slightly worn

offside front tyre slightly wearing on edges

rear brake pads slightly worn

Pass 29 Apr 2010 76,147 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 57,527 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 43,074 miles

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

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

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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MV05 LRL is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MV05 LRL, 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 MV05 LRL registered?

MV05 LRL is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 3 March 2005.

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