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VN05 ECF

2005 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

155,825 mi
Last recorded155,825 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2013
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN05 ECF
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2013 155,825 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Oct 2012 137,917 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 137,916 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Oil leak

no emissions test oil low

Pass 25 Oct 2011 119,549 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 104,916 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 104,916 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 18 Jan 2010 97,089 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 97,089 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 82,817 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 64,636 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 64,636 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front numberplate damaged

n/s/r seal damaged

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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VN05 ECF is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 VN05 ECF, 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 VN05 ECF registered?

VN05 ECF is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 16 May 2005.

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