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ST53 CYV

2003 Mazda 6

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2021
Tests27 (15 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

113,195 mi
Last recorded113,195 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda 683,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST53 CYV
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 12 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 113,195 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively ALL FOUR (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2020 113,195 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively ALL FOUR (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2020 113,143 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 110,330 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Aug 2019 110,219 miles

Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside front outer seal corroded exessively

Pass 2 Aug 2018 107,136 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2018 107,135 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2018 107,073 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 103,154 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill rusted (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Fail 8 Jul 2017 103,130 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill rusted (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 97,439 miles

Nearside & Offside rear wishbone rusted

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill rusted (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill rusted (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch rusted (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill rusted (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch rusted (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 90,767 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2014 90,767 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 26 Oct 2014 90,559 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 85,675 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Oct 2013 85,641 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2012 82,001 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 78,235 miles

(2.6.1)The offside rear wheel bearings cannot be fully assessed because there is a slight bind present,which could be either the bearings or brakes.

(4.1D.1b)The offside rear tyre wall(s) are deteriorating.

(6.1C.1)The nearside rear lower wing panel around the wheel arch location has corrosion forming under the paint.

(6.1C.1)The offside rear lower wing panel around the wheel arch location has corrosion forming under the paint.

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following item(s) having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition,

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

if continued use on the public roads are to be considered,the vehicle owner should have the necessary repairs carried out.

Fail 3 Mar 2012 78,082 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

(2.6.1)The offside rear wheel bearings cannot be fully assessed because there is a slight bind present,which could be either the bearings or brakes.

(4.1D.1b)The offside rear tyre wall(s) are deteriorating.

(6.1C.1)The nearside rear lower wing panel around the wheel arch location has corrosion forming under the paint.

(6.1C.1)The offside rear lower wing panel around the wheel arch location has corrosion forming under the paint.

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following item(s) having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition,

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

if continued use on the public roads are to be considered,the vehicle owner should have the necessary repairs carried out.

Pass 24 Feb 2011 69,607 miles

(1.2.1b)The hight level stop lamp(s) fitted to this model do not illuminate when the service brake is applied,it appears that it might not be used or connected

(2.5B.1)The nearside front lower suspension arm fork securing bolt had a spacer type washer fitted,which has corroded off

(2.5B.1)The offside front lower suspension arm fork securing bolt had a spacer type washer fitted,which has corroded off

(2.5B.1a)The nearside front lower suspension ball joint(s) dust covers are split

(2.5B.1a)The offside front lower suspension ball joint(s) dust covers are split

(3.7.5a)The rear service brakes record a slight bind in operation when roller brake tested.It appears that the brakes are ready for service

(4.1D.1b)The nearside rear tyre shoulders are worn close to the legal limit

(4.1D.1b)The nearside rear tyre wall(s) are worn deteriorating

(4.1D.1b)The offside rear tyre wall(s) are worn deteriorating

NOTES TO THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

The manufacturer from new has fitted protective covers in various positions around the vehicle,which either retrict or prevent a visual examination of some compoents/vehicle structure from being fully examined

Fail 24 Feb 2011 69,607 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

(1.2.1b)The hight level stop lamp(s) fitted to this model do not illuminate when the service brake is applied,it appears that it might not be used or connected

(2.5B.1)The nearside front lower suspension arm fork securing bolt had a spacer type washer fitted,which has corroded off

(2.5B.1)The offside front lower suspension arm fork securing bolt had a spacer type washer fitted,which has corroded off

(2.5B.1a)The nearside front lower suspension ball joint(s) dust covers are split

(2.5B.1a)The offside front lower suspension ball joint(s) dust covers are split

(3.5.1f)The offside and the nearside rear brake pad(s) are wearing close to the legal limit

(3.7.5a)The rear service brakes record a slight bind in operation when roller brake tested.It appears that the brakes are ready for service

(4.1D.1b)The nearside front tyre shoulders are worn close to the legal limit

(4.1D.1b)The nearside rear tyre shoulders are worn close to the legal limit

(4.1D.1b)The nearside rear tyre wall(s) are worn deteriorating

(4.1D.1b)The offside rear tyre wall(s) are worn deteriorating

NOTES TO THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

The manufacturer from new has fitted protective covers in various positions around the vehicle,which either retrict or prevent a visual examination of some compoents/vehicle structure from being fully examined

Pass 22 Feb 2010 61,363 miles

(1.3.2a)The high level stop lamps fitted do not function

(2.4G.3)The nearside front lower front suspension arm ball joint dust cover is split

(2.4G.3)The offside front lower rear suspension arm ball joint dust cover is split

(3.7A.2e)The front service brakes imbalance throughout their opewrating range are between 16 - 20%,which indicates they are ready for service

(8.2.2)The nearside wiper blade is deteriorated and leaving streaks of fluid behind in service

Pass 19 Feb 2009 13,668 miles

(1.3.2a)The boot spoiler high level stop lamps do not function

(2.1.2c)The steering column top bearing is slightly worn

(3.1.4a)The parking brake lever has slight side movement present indicating some wear forming

(3.3A.1d)The service brake pedal has slight side movement present indicating some wear forming within the bearings

(6.3.3a)The front number plate does not display the name of the manufacturer who made it,which may be required for the next mot test

(6.3.3a)The rear number plate does not display the name of the manufacturer who made it,which may be required for the next mot test

(8.2.2)The nearside wiper blade is deteriorated

(8.2.2)The nearside wiper blade is leaving streaks of fluid behind

Fail 18 Feb 2009 52,870 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

(1.3.2a)The boot spoiler high level stop lamps do not function

(2.1.2c)The steering column top bearing is slightly worn

(3.1.4a)The parking brake lever has slight side movement present indicating some wear forming

(3.3A.1d)The service brake pedal has slight side movement present indicating some wear forming within the bearings

(3.7A.5c/6)The rear service brakes rate of change is approximately 050Kgf indifferent throughout the operating range

(6.3.3a)The front number plate does not display the name of the manufacturer who made it,which may be required for the next mot test

(6.3.3a)The rear number plate does not display the name of the manufacturer who made it,which may be required for the next mot test

(8.2.2)The nearside wiper blade is deteriorated

(8.2.2)The nearside wiper blade is leaving streaks of fluid behind

Pass 22 Feb 2008 44,332 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 37,005 miles

all four brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2006 36,172 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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ST53 CYV is a 2003 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2003 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 83,392 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 ST53 CYV, 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 23 years old, this Mazda 6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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ST53 CYV is a 2003 Mazda 6, first registered on 15 December 2003.

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