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SG52 VBU

2002 Mazda 6

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

129,339 mi
Last recorded129,339 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2014
Typical for 2002 Mazda 678,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG52 VBU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2014 129,339 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 129,339 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 117,032 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 117,032 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 105,697 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 105,697 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 94,456 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 82,925 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 82,925 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 73,791 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 73,791 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 66,558 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 66,558 miles

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

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 51,386 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2006 39,810 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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SG52 VBU is a 2002 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SG52 VBU, 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 SG52 VBU registered?

SG52 VBU is a 2002 Mazda 6, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is SG52 VBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG52 VBU shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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