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SA05 SLA

2005 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 2261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

126,148 mi
Last recorded126,148 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA05 SLA
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,261cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2020 126,148 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all under side (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 121,165 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear 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))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 116,238 miles

vehicle undersealed

Fail 24 May 2018 116,238 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

vehicle undersealed

Pass 24 May 2017 108,877 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel arch corrosion

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s (3.5.1i)

Underbody painted

Pass 24 May 2016 99,971 miles

corrosion o/s main brake pipe at rear

corrosion on both floor to sills

Pass 15 May 2015 90,091 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 May 2014 86,335 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2014 86,335 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 84,300 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 82,089 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 79,488 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 74,919 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 71,159 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 67,534 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear brake discs slightly rusty

rust forming on exhaust system

Pass 27 Feb 2008 58,832 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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SA05 SLA is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 2,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SA05 SLA, 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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SA05 SLA is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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