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VK53 SCV

2003 Mazda 6

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

113,287 mi
Last recorded113,287 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda 683,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 SCV
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 113,287 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 102,536 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 95,694 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 95,694 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 86,686 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 79,254 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 74,259 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Aug 2012 74,259 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2011 66,710 miles

front side windows have dark tint (windows left open for test)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 62,597 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2009 56,000 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 51,426 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 42,176 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 32,884 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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VK53 SCV is a 2003 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 VK53 SCV, 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 VK53 SCV registered?

VK53 SCV is a 2003 Mazda 6, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is VK53 SCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK53 SCV shows 14 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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