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VK05 YLW

2005 Mazda 6

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

149,100 mi
Last recorded149,100 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 YLW
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2018 149,100 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 125,054 miles

Slight binding to offside front brake

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside rear and offside rear chassis (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside rear and offside rear inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 8 Aug 2017 125,004 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam nearside (1.7.5a)

front brake binding offside front (3.7.B.1)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside rear and offside rear chassis (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside rear and offside rear inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 May 2016 116,028 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 115,770 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a) DANGEROUS

corrosion to floorpans,inner and outer sills,subframes,suspension components/mounts/pipes

o/s/r outer sill corroded damaged and corroded

Pass 7 May 2015 105,644 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 93,373 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 93,373 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2013 83,967 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 76,514 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 76,514 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 69,625 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 62,720 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 54,239 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 46,999 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 YLW is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YLW, 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.

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What year was VK05 YLW registered?

VK05 YLW is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 9 May 2005.

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