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SM55 VLU

2005 Mazda 6

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

87,064 mi
Last recorded87,064 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 VLU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2014 87,064 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Oct 2014 87,056 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Oct 2013 77,403 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 68,019 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 56,765 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 46,359 miles

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

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

drivers front floor pan damaged

Pass 21 Oct 2009 37,400 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 37,400 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

3mm on both rear tyres

Pass 24 Sep 2008 25,060 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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SM55 VLU is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 SM55 VLU, 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 SM55 VLU registered?

SM55 VLU is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is SM55 VLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 VLU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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