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SM07 VYU

2007 Mazda 6

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

162,086 mi
Last recorded162,086 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 2007 Mazda 675,411 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM07 VYU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Aug 2023 162,086 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to excessive smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Service brake binding but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))

all underside suspension mountings corroded but not yet considered excessive

Pass 22 Aug 2022 149,488 miles

All suspension components rusty

Fail 20 Aug 2022 149,438 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

All suspension components rusty

Pass 9 Sep 2021 135,415 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2021 135,281 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 123,688 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 109,138 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 98,766 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 95,029 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 90,285 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 86,272 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 81,235 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 69,818 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 58,479 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 47,525 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 38,480 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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SM07 VYU is a 2007 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2007 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 75,411 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 SM07 VYU, 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 19 years old, this Mazda 6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM07 VYU registered?

SM07 VYU is a 2007 Mazda 6, first registered on 30 March 2007.

Is SM07 VYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM07 VYU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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