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VN03 NKJ

2003 Mazda 6

Silver Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

204,571 mi
Last recorded204,571 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda 683,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN03 NKJ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 May 2017 204,571 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 202,005 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 200,267 miles

underside corroded

Fail 14 May 2015 200,267 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

underside corroded

Pass 24 Apr 2014 189,459 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 178,082 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 178,082 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 27 Apr 2012 169,107 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front number plate in poor condition

Pass 27 Apr 2012 169,107 miles

front number plate in poor condition

Pass 13 Apr 2011 159,618 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 159,618 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 147,724 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 23 Apr 2010 147,683 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 9 Feb 2009 136,063 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 120,910 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 111,751 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 111,751 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 85,899 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 85,899 miles

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

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

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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VN03 NKJ is a 2003 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VN03 NKJ, 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.

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What year was VN03 NKJ registered?

VN03 NKJ is a 2003 Mazda 6, first registered on 28 April 2003.

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