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YC05 VBB

2005 Mazda 6

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,628 mi
Last recorded93,628 miles
Recorded on5 May 2015
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC05 VBB
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2015 93,628 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 May 2015 93,589 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 87,841 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 82,657 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 78,158 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 72,645 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 63,801 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 63,801 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 56,317 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 46,024 miles

front pads worn

nsr tyre worn

Fail 15 May 2008 44,496 miles

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

O/S/F lower screen not clearing.

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

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

Rear Wiper split.

Pass 15 May 2008 44,496 miles

O/S/F lower screen not clearing.

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

Rear Wiper split.

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 VBB is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VBB, 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 VBB registered?

YC05 VBB is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 13 June 2005.

Is YC05 VBB safe to buy?

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