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YT06 KAE

2006 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,650 mi
Last recorded149,650 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda 676,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT06 KAE
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 149,650 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2025 142,698 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2025 142,682 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2024 134,101 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 128,030 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2023 128,030 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fail 27 Jul 2023 127,985 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2022 122,282 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 116,541 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2020 111,287 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 106,042 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off front number plate cracked but secure . recommend replacement plate (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 100,212 miles

Both inner Sills Corroded

Fail 7 Aug 2018 100,140 miles

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

Both inner Sills Corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2017 93,805 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge devoid of tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge devoid of tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 87,152 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 80,593 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2015 80,593 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2014 73,761 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 68,396 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 63,749 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2012 63,747 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 47,121 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 35,248 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 25,102 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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YT06 KAE is a 2006 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 76,651 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 YT06 KAE, 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 20 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 YT06 KAE registered?

YT06 KAE is a 2006 Mazda 6, first registered on 21 March 2006.

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