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AU08 VSP

2008 Mazda 6

White Petrol 2488cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,308 mi
Last recorded95,308 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 VSP
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 95,308 miles

All rear underside corroded

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Dec 2024 93,474 miles

All rear underside corroded

Fail 14 Dec 2024 93,474 miles

All rear underside corroded

Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 91,137 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2022 88,473 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 85,911 miles
Fail 15 May 2021 85,911 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 May 2020 84,357 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 15 May 2019 77,037 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 66,157 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 55,765 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 47,225 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Stone chips in the windscreen

Pass 16 Mar 2015 42,466 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 37,445 miles

wear to rear brake pads

Pass 12 Mar 2013 31,123 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2013 31,032 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 25,753 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 22,273 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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AU08 VSP is a 2008 Mazda 6 in White with a 2,488cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AU08 VSP, 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 AU08 VSP registered?

AU08 VSP is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is AU08 VSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 VSP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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