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SW55 PKJ

2005 Mazda 6

White Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2017
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

214,995 mi
Last recorded214,995 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW55 PKJ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 May 2017 214,995 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

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)

dpf light on

turbo leaking oil

Fail 7 Mar 2017 214,763 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2016 206,990 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 206,990 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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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SW55 PKJ is a 2005 Mazda 6 in White with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

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 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 SW55 PKJ, 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.

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What year was SW55 PKJ registered?

SW55 PKJ is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 2 May 2005.

Is SW55 PKJ safe to buy?

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