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RO52 ZKJ

2002 Mazda 6

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

172,225 mi
Last recorded172,225 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2020
Typical for 2002 Mazda 678,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO52 ZKJ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 29 Jan 2020 172,225 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Size 205/55 ZR16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension rod insecurely attached Lower adjustable tie rod, (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension rod insecurely attached Lower adjustable tie rod. (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust box pipe joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms are corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear of vehicle has general corrosion.

Slight play in column shaft slider.

Pass 19 Jan 2019 154,487 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 154,476 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 144,635 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2018 144,635 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2017 142,542 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 142,541 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 123,517 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 108,233 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 1 Sep 2014 108,233 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 100,209 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre has cut on outer edges

offside rear has cut on outer edges

Fail 25 Sep 2013 100,172 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre has cut on outer edges

offside rear has cut on outer edges

Pass 20 Sep 2012 95,088 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 20 Sep 2012 95,088 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 26 Sep 2011 91,363 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 26 Sep 2011 91,363 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 85,601 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 72,498 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 57,211 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)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 45,942 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 35,097 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 24,401 miles

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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RO52 ZKJ is a 2002 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 RO52 ZKJ, 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 RO52 ZKJ registered?

RO52 ZKJ is a 2002 Mazda 6, first registered on 30 September 2002.

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