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AA08 YPU

2008 Mazda 6

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

109,922 mi
Last recorded109,922 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 YPU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 109,922 miles

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 103,869 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 96,452 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Dec 2023 96,452 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 90,584 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2021 84,967 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2020 78,578 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 78,578 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 73,453 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2019 73,453 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2018 67,377 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 60,337 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 51,785 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 46,720 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 42,401 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 42,401 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 39,519 miles

offside and nearside front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 17 May 2013 30,705 miles

offside front wiper blade split

Pass 25 May 2012 21,221 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 May 2011 13,245 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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AA08 YPU is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AA08 YPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AA08 YPU registered?

AA08 YPU is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is AA08 YPU safe to buy?

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