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SL05 HDV

2005 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

146,272 mi
Last recorded146,272 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL05 HDV
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 146,272 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 138,302 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 126,625 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Mar 2016 126,625 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 116,576 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 116,576 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 104,756 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 104,756 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 93,984 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 83,269 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 73,142 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 60,191 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 60,191 miles

Centre Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 49,012 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 25 Feb 2008 35,778 miles

Centre Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 35,778 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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SL05 HDV is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SL05 HDV, 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 SL05 HDV registered?

SL05 HDV is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is SL05 HDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL05 HDV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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