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VE53 OTZ

2003 Mazda 6

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

157,988 mi
Last recorded157,988 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2012
Typical for 2003 Mazda 683,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE53 OTZ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2012 157,988 miles

front brake disc corroded

Fail 17 Jan 2012 157,988 miles

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

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

front brake disc corroded

signs of p/steering leak

Pass 13 Jan 2011 140,072 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2010 119,538 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 108,164 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 108,164 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 93,276 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 76,104 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 OTZ is a 2003 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OTZ, 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

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What year was VE53 OTZ registered?

VE53 OTZ is a 2003 Mazda 6, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is VE53 OTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE53 OTZ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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