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SM52 XML

2002 Mazda 6

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,019 mi
Last recorded54,019 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2012
Typical for 2002 Mazda 678,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM52 XML
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2012 54,019 miles

front tyres show side wear + n/s/f kerbed

o/s/r tyre nearing wear barr indicators

Pass 27 Jul 2011 46,087 miles

air bag light on

front outer pads wearing +- 20mm

front tyres nearing limits + wear barr indicators

Pass 22 Jul 2010 40,069 miles

n/s/r outer pad nearing limits

Pass 22 Jul 2009 35,165 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 31,968 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 20 Jul 2007 29,096 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 29,096 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 28,326 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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SM52 XML is a 2002 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 SM52 XML, 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 SM52 XML registered?

SM52 XML is a 2002 Mazda 6, first registered on 29 November 2002.

Is SM52 XML safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM52 XML shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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