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RV55 NMU

2005 Mazda 6

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

112,959 mi
Last recorded112,959 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 NMU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2023 112,959 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 29 Dec 2023 112,951 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2022 104,876 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner and outer body sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner and outer body sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 30 Dec 2021 98,395 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 92,496 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2019 88,071 miles

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

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

front brake pads not visible for inspection

handbrake lever travel on limit

Pass 27 Dec 2018 81,793 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover and undertrays fitted

exhaust system corroded and offside rear exhaust rattle present

plastic covers fitted to body sill panels

some travel on handbrake lever

Pass 28 Dec 2017 75,751 miles

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

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

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

full inspection of body sill panels not possible, plastic covers fitted.

Pass 28 Dec 2016 69,608 miles

front tyres worn to limit.

Pass 29 Dec 2015 63,289 miles

handbrake travel on limit.

nearside rear and both front tyres worn to near limit.

Pass 29 Dec 2014 58,261 miles

some travel on handbrake lever.

Pass 30 Dec 2013 54,343 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 52,724 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 46,243 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2011 41,986 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 35,602 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 29,740 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 24,243 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 24,243 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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RV55 NMU is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 RV55 NMU, 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 RV55 NMU registered?

RV55 NMU is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is RV55 NMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 NMU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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