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VK05 ETJ

2005 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,919 mi
Last recorded139,919 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 ETJ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2015 139,919 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 130,481 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 130,472 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 118,025 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 112,155 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 102,207 miles

nsf tyre kerbed but not showing cords

very slight play in osf wheelbearing

Fail 10 May 2011 102,207 miles

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

nsf tyre kerbed but not showing cords

very slight play in osf wheelbearing

Pass 10 May 2010 93,386 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2009 83,833 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 79,183 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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VK05 ETJ is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 VK05 ETJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK05 ETJ registered?

VK05 ETJ is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 3 May 2005.

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