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YL03 YCB

2003 Mazda 6

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2020
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

110,946 mi
Last recorded110,946 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda 683,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL03 YCB
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2019 110,946 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2019 110,946 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 4 Sep 2019 110,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill and inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 106,335 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2018 106,249 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 101,492 miles

Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s and n/s inner sills (2.4.A.3)

Fail 31 Aug 2017 101,492 miles

Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s and n/s inner sills (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 96,418 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sill panels by jacking points (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 91,577 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2015 91,550 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 85,824 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2014 85,824 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 78,855 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 74,039 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 69,701 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Aug 2011 69,701 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 65,340 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 61,069 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 54,414 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 40,504 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 25,562 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 23,253 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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YL03 YCB is a 2003 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YCB, 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.

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What year was YL03 YCB registered?

YL03 YCB is a 2003 Mazda 6, first registered on 25 July 2003.

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