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SM05 CYL

2005 Mazda 6

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

114,609 mi
Last recorded114,609 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 CYL
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2015 114,609 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 114,592 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 107,698 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 97,922 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 87,608 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 74,316 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 64,391 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 51,926 miles

damage to offside wing

Pass 28 Apr 2008 40,640 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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SM05 CYL is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SM05 CYL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM05 CYL registered?

SM05 CYL is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is SM05 CYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM05 CYL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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