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SX53 KCU

2003 Mazda 6

Silver Petrol 2261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

86,093 mi
Last recorded86,093 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda 683,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX53 KCU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,261cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 30 May 2019 86,093 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt all four arms boots burst (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2018 81,321 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 76,953 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion both inner and outer sills and all of floor (6.1.A.1)

Fail 29 May 2017 76,953 miles

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering both chassis legs (6.1.A.1)

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion both inner and outer sills and all of floor (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 68,897 miles

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and rear inner sills to floor (5.2.6)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (2.4.G.1)

all brake pipes covered in body sealer

coil spring corroded all 4 (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 26 Mar 2016 68,897 miles

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded and rear outer sills (5.2.6)

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

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and rear inner sills to floor (5.2.6)

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

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (2.4.G.1)

all brake pipes covered in body sealer

coil spring corroded all 4 (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 65,709 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 63,212 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 63,064 miles

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

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

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

front and rear subframes corroded but no holes

Pass 10 Aug 2012 59,183 miles

all brake discs corroded

Pass 26 Aug 2011 52,768 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2010 48,826 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 41,953 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 38,883 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 38,878 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 31,328 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 23,482 miles

possible oil leak

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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SX53 KCU is a 2003 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 2,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 SX53 KCU, 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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What year was SX53 KCU registered?

SX53 KCU is a 2003 Mazda 6, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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