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RF05 SFE

2005 Mazda 6

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

79,705 mi
Last recorded79,705 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 SFE
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2022 79,705 miles

General corrosion around vehicle.

Pass 13 Dec 2021 58,977 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Dec 2021 58,977 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 41,703 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2020 41,703 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 39,278 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 35,292 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Jun 2017 31,308 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 26,204 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 21,925 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 18,158 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 17,100 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 16,098 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 14,303 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 13,300 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 11,519 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 9,204 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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RF05 SFE is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RF05 SFE, 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 RF05 SFE registered?

RF05 SFE is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is RF05 SFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 SFE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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