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SM55 TVD

2005 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,776 mi
Last recorded78,776 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 TVD
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2017 78,776 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2017 78,767 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

surface corrosion under body front and rear.

Pass 30 Nov 2016 71,601 miles

Body has slight corrosion under body has signs of corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both rear wheel arches signs of corrosion

Fail 30 Nov 2016 71,601 miles

Body has slight corrosion under body has signs of corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear wheel arches signs of corrosion

Pass 23 Nov 2015 63,479 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases y branch (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 57,081 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 50,387 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 25 Nov 2013 50,386 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 44,775 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 44,775 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2011 39,005 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 34,233 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 27 Nov 2009 30,229 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 27 Nov 2009 30,229 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 24,334 miles

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

n/s/r tyre has cracked sidewall

o/s/r tyre has cracked sidewall

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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SM55 TVD is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SM55 TVD, 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 SM55 TVD registered?

SM55 TVD is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is SM55 TVD safe to buy?

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