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YX05 YBZ

2005 Mazda 6

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

130,608 mi
Last recorded130,608 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda 677,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX05 YBZ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 130,608 miles

Engine cover fitted

Front Registration plate cracked but likely too be misread

Malfunction indicator lamp illuminated

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak ()

Fail 21 Jul 2017 130,608 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205 55 16 v (4.1.D.1b)

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

Engine cover fitted

Front Registration plate cracked but likely too be misread

Malfunction indicator lamp illuminated

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn inner edge/ flat spots,

Pass 27 Jul 2016 127,654 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides on inner edges + cracked and perishing on outer walls (4.1.E.1)

both sides front jacking points crushed

engine management light is on

oil leaks

Fail 27 Jul 2016 127,652 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper corner insecure (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint front most (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides on inner edges + cracked and perishing on outer walls (4.1.E.1)

both sides front jacking points crushed

engine management light is on

oil leaks

Pass 31 Jul 2015 123,046 miles

Engine management light on

Fail 30 Jul 2015 123,046 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine management light on

Lambda sensor wiring insecure

Towbar wiring insecure

Pass 31 Jul 2014 119,865 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 119,857 miles

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2013 110,330 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jul 2012 104,848 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 97,629 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 84,315 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 84,284 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

not all washer jets aimed at screen

Pass 9 Mar 2009 71,145 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 57,703 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YX05 YBZ is a 2005 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YX05 YBZ, 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 YX05 YBZ registered?

YX05 YBZ is a 2005 Mazda 6, first registered on 7 March 2005.

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