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YL03 VFV

2003 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

146,292 mi
Last recorded146,292 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda 683,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL03 VFV
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2016 146,292 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 139,145 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 133,624 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012 125,625 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

air bag light on

exhaust system corroded

Pass 12 Jan 2012 118,931 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

n/s rear tyre tread low

possible n/s rear wheel bearing showing signs of wear?

Fail 10 Jan 2012 118,897 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

n/s rear tyre tread low

Pass 5 Jan 2011 110,614 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Oct 2009 101,622 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Sep 2008 92,236 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 78,628 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jun 2006 67,005 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 67,005 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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YL03 VFV is a 2003 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YL03 VFV, 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 YL03 VFV registered?

YL03 VFV is a 2003 Mazda 6, first registered on 23 July 2003.

Is YL03 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL03 VFV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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