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BU03 UFT

2003 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

134,042 mi
Last recorded134,042 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda 683,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 UFT
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 12 May 2018 134,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill holed and corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill holed and corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear tyre cracking on sidewall

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 May 2017 127,739 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 May 2016 121,761 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 117,374 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2014 112,347 miles

Offside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 103,591 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 94,435 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 94,434 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 87,450 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 79,667 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 71,669 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 63,020 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 56,187 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front subframe rusting,

n.side rear wheel binding slightly.

o.side rear tyre casing deterioated and cracking,

Pass 5 Jun 2006 50,630 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 50,241 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 50,241 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BU03 UFT is a 2003 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BU03 UFT, 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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BU03 UFT is a 2003 Mazda 6, first registered on 12 March 2003.

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