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YC05 VAM

2005 Mazda 6

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

174,327 mi
Last recorded174,327 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC05 VAM
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2015 174,327 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 157,584 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 135,097 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 114,382 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 86,123 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 86,123 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 66,046 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 66,046 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 51,360 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2009 51,334 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 42,441 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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YC05 VAM is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YC05 VAM, 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 YC05 VAM registered?

YC05 VAM is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is YC05 VAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC05 VAM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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