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SO52 FVU

2002 Mazda 6

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

126,079 mi
Last recorded126,079 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Mazda 678,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO52 FVU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 Nov 2016 126,079 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure drop link (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 122,742 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Fail 18 Dec 2015 122,742 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 11 Dec 2014 113,311 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 113,311 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 103,468 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 94,524 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 84,774 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2010 68,421 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 68,413 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2009 60,821 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 52,022 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 42,194 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Dec 2006 31,024 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 20,444 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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SO52 FVU is a 2002 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SO52 FVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO52 FVU registered?

SO52 FVU is a 2002 Mazda 6, first registered on 24 December 2002.

Is SO52 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO52 FVU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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