CarVerify

Free Car Check

AY08 XMS

2008 Mazda 6

Grey Diesel 1998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

158,521 mi
Last recorded158,521 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 XMS
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2018 158,521 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 15 Feb 2018 158,292 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2017 147,690 miles

engine covers fitted

headlight beam deflectors fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2016 140,727 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 140,690 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Front Brake slightly binding

Pass 6 Mar 2015 131,847 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 121,128 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 114,037 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 101,770 miles

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

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

front brake discs wearing low

Fail 16 Feb 2011 92,503 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 92,503 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
Full Mazda 6 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AY08 XMS is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AY08 XMS, 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

How do I check the history of AY08 XMS?

You can check the full history of AY08 XMS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AY08 XMS registered?

AY08 XMS is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is AY08 XMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 XMS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY08 XMS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AY08 XMS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.