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VE53 OTU

2003 Mazda 6

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,811 mi
Last recorded99,811 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2010
Typical for 2003 Mazda 683,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE53 OTU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2010 99,811 miles

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

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

both sides steering rack arms have slight play

front brake disc slighty corroded plus slighty worn

Fail 12 Aug 2010 99,811 miles

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

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

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

both sides steering rack arms have slight play

front brake disc slighty corroded plus slighty worn

Pass 20 Oct 2009 95,188 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 84,489 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 69,019 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 59,478 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 54,598 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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VE53 OTU is a 2003 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VE53 OTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VE53 OTU?

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What year was VE53 OTU registered?

VE53 OTU is a 2003 Mazda 6, first registered on 19 November 2003.

Is VE53 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE53 OTU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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