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VK03 NZU

2003 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

115,579 mi
Last recorded115,579 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Mazda 683,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK03 NZU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Mar 2013 115,579 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak around turbo

Pass 21 Mar 2012 105,156 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 92,695 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 82,212 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 68,706 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 68,706 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 61,400 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 50,519 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 11 Mar 2006 37,065 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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VK03 NZU is a 2003 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VK03 NZU, 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 VK03 NZU registered?

VK03 NZU is a 2003 Mazda 6, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is VK03 NZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK03 NZU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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