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VU05 HFP

2005 Mazda 6

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

121,514 mi
Last recorded121,514 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 HFP
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2021 121,514 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 116,912 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2020 116,912 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 113,151 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 108,742 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 108,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 103,439 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

exhaust backbox rear hanger broken off but exhaust still secure

Fail 12 Dec 2017 103,439 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

exhaust backbox rear hanger broken off but exhaust still secure

Pass 9 Dec 2016 95,084 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust backbox rear hanger broken off but exhaust adequately supported

Pass 22 Dec 2015 86,932 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Dec 2015 86,932 miles

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 68,319 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 62,032 miles

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

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

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

slight fluctuation and inbalance on front brakes

Fail 15 Mar 2013 62,032 miles

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight fluctuation and inbalance on front brakes

Pass 2 Mar 2012 55,623 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 47,660 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 41,568 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 41,568 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 33,469 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 26,794 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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VU05 HFP is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VU05 HFP, 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 VU05 HFP registered?

VU05 HFP is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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