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VO05 EVX

2005 Mazda 6

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

148,387 mi
Last recorded148,387 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO05 EVX
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2016 148,387 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 144,349 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2015 144,349 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Fail 19 Dec 2014 140,647 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 140,647 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 137,303 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 137,303 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 134,129 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Dec 2012 134,129 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Dec 2011 131,584 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Unable to fully inspect nearside and offside rear seat belts due to child seats fitted.

Pass 14 Dec 2011 131,584 miles

Unable to fully inspect nearside and offside rear seat belts due to child seats fitted.

Pass 17 Dec 2010 129,902 miles

front suspension rear arms bushes wearing

n/s/r tyre wall damage michelin 205x55r16 91v

n/s/r wheel binding slightly

Pass 18 Dec 2009 127,597 miles

front wiper blades smearing

Pass 13 Jan 2009 125,280 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 118,833 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 118,833 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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VO05 EVX is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 VO05 EVX, 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 VO05 EVX registered?

VO05 EVX is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is VO05 EVX safe to buy?

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