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VN05 RBY

2005 Mazda 6

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

102,852 mi
Last recorded102,852 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN05 RBY
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2021 102,852 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General Underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 101,171 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 7 Jan 2020 101,170 miles

Rear reflector missing NS And OS (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 96,199 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

exhaust corroded.

Fail 11 Jan 2019 96,199 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

exhaust corroded.

Pass 13 Jan 2018 90,346 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 86,267 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 74,883 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 66,388 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 57,064 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 46,553 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 38,340 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 32,609 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 23,895 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 17,955 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 11,415 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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VN05 RBY is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VN05 RBY, 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 VN05 RBY registered?

VN05 RBY is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 24 May 2005.

Is VN05 RBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN05 RBY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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