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SA05 LXN

2005 Mazda 6

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

173,386 mi
Last recorded173,386 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA05 LXN
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Fail 30 Sep 2020 173,386 miles

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 170,261 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside sub frame has sealant covering weld repair

Fail 20 Sep 2019 170,253 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 160,562 miles

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

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

non-standard undercoating flaking off. unable to acurately assess corrosion.

rear axle bushes split slightly

slight play- o/s steering

steering rack worn

towbar removed for test

Fail 5 Jul 2018 160,562 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended rear fog lamp not operating (4.10 (c) (i))

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended reverse lamps not operating (4.10 (c) (i))

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

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

non-standard undercoating flaking off. unable to acurately assess corrosion.

rear axle bushes split slightly

slight play- o/s steering

steering rack worn

Pass 17 Jul 2017 155,374 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all repairs on vehicle undersealed & hard to inspect

everything undersealed front to rear brake pipes , body , floor etc

hard to inspect front brake pads

n/s & o/s front wing holed & corroded at outer sill

Fail 12 Jul 2017 155,331 miles

Front engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner at floor (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened also coil spring carrier (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner at floor (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced anti roll bar linkage mounting broken & corroded (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened also coil spring carrier (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

everything undersealed front to rear brake pipes , body , floor etc

hard to inspect front brake pads

n/s & o/s front wing holed & corroded at outer sill

Pass 5 Jul 2016 147,064 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 130,502 miles

Centre Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 23 Jun 2015 129,833 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Centre Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 115,520 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2014 114,690 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 103,869 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 103,851 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 93,931 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 93,930 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 83,150 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 75,835 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 62,751 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 44,754 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 44,271 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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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SA05 LXN is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 SA05 LXN, 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 SA05 LXN registered?

SA05 LXN is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 18 March 2005.

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