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1540 PJ

2008 Mazda 6

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

107,759 mi
Last recorded107,759 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1540 PJ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 107,759 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2026 107,759 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 105,550 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 103,504 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 101,247 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 99,017 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 96,825 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 89,251 miles

Nearside Front headlamp lens slightly deteriorated

Offside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess oil leak (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 80,793 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres unevenly worn on the inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Headlamp lens slightly defective Outer lens cover faded. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall damage. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Hairline cracks in the tread grooves. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Hairline cracks in the tread grooves. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 73,048 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 65,804 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 59,218 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 51,330 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Jul 2014 43,060 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 43,060 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 35,725 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 35,725 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 25,083 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 19,792 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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1540 PJ is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 87,272 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 1540 PJ, 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 18 years old, this Mazda 6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 1540 PJ registered?

1540 PJ is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is 1540 PJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1540 PJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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