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YF03 BUV

2003 Mazda 6

Silver Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

121,643 mi
Last recorded121,643 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Mazda 683,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF03 BUV
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2014 121,643 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 110,472 miles

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

Nearside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Oil leak

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 99,466 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 21 Sep 2012 99,463 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Sep 2011 89,437 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 81,338 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2010 66,406 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 58,723 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 50,428 miles

noise on front suspension on foult found .

Pass 21 May 2007 44,664 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2006 32,040 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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YF03 BUV is a 2003 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 83,392 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 YF03 BUV, 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 23 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 YF03 BUV registered?

YF03 BUV is a 2003 Mazda 6, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is YF03 BUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF03 BUV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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