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SC54 VFV

2005 Mazda 6

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2021
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

118,139 mi
Last recorded118,139 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC54 VFV
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2020 118,139 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 116,454 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2019 116,448 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 113,991 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 112,472 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 112,472 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 111,303 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 111,296 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 107,970 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 107,902 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 103,719 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 Feb 2013 99,363 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 99,353 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 95,435 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2012 95,420 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 84,047 miles

advise brake inspection....

front brake discs corroding.....

front inner brake pads appear low....

long hand brake lever travel....

rear inner brake pads not visable....

rear number plate contaminated.....

wipers smear...

Pass 22 Jan 2010 65,871 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 51,268 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 36,839 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 36,839 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside 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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SC54 VFV is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 SC54 VFV, 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 SC54 VFV registered?

SC54 VFV is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 4 February 2005.

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