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SP05 SFO

2005 Mazda 6

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

154,239 mi
Last recorded154,239 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 SFO
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 154,239 miles

Oil leak ()

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

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

e.m.l light on

Fail 7 Jun 2017 154,127 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside 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 Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill corroded (5.2.6)

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)

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

Oil leak ()

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

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

e.m.l light on

Pass 8 Jun 2016 144,990 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2015 135,723 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 127,857 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 119,315 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 109,521 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 95,894 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 88,009 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 87,985 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 82,646 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 69,675 miles

front and rear discs slight corrosion

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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SP05 SFO is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SP05 SFO, 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 SP05 SFO registered?

SP05 SFO is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is SP05 SFO safe to buy?

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