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YH55 VXA

2005 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

170,500 mi
Last recorded170,500 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH55 VXA
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 170,500 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

The exhaust system is corroded.

Fail 22 Nov 2022 170,500 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working both side (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

The exhaust system is corroded.

Pass 2 Nov 2021 159,056 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 154,804 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

under tray fitted

Fail 17 Oct 2020 154,804 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2019 145,385 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 145,384 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 127,439 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 127,439 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust silencer slightly loose bracket (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 109,654 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion SMALL HOLE IN SILL (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion SMALL HOLE IN SILL (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 102,332 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Outer sill has a small hole but not with in a prescribed area and not affecting braking or steering (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 96,825 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 90,761 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Sep 2013 80,501 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 68,411 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 63,257 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 52,013 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 38,339 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 23,923 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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YH55 VXA is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YH55 VXA, 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 YH55 VXA registered?

YH55 VXA is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 20 September 2005.

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