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SO56 MKV

2007 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

108,968 mi
Last recorded108,968 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2019
Typical for 2007 Mazda 675,411 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO56 MKV
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2019 108,968 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2019 108,968 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 102,354 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

general corossion underneath

Fail 22 Jun 2018 102,354 miles

Exhaust particulate filter obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))

Front Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

general corossion underneath

Pass 1 May 2017 93,079 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under body slightly corroded

Under trays fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2016 79,555 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 66,995 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2015 66,995 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Slight knocking from base of steering column.

Pass 13 Feb 2014 57,953 miles

Clunking from base of steering column.

Windscreen scored on drivers side.

Pass 14 Feb 2013 50,283 miles

windscreen scored

Pass 13 Feb 2012 41,870 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 41,866 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 34,598 miles

n/s/f tyre wall damaged

Fail 24 Feb 2011 34,503 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 27,129 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 27,129 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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SO56 MKV is a 2007 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 SO56 MKV, 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.

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What year was SO56 MKV registered?

SO56 MKV is a 2007 Mazda 6, first registered on 28 February 2007.

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