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AY08 XTD

2008 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

172,758 mi
Last recorded172,758 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 XTD
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2023 172,758 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2022 162,796 miles

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

Offside Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 153,850 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 153,850 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Feb 2020 147,610 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear wiper split

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 27 Feb 2020 147,610 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear wiper split

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 140,981 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 128,421 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 111,038 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 95,852 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 82,040 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 70,033 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 58,525 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2012 44,976 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 32,496 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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AY08 XTD is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XTD, 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 AY08 XTD registered?

AY08 XTD is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AY08 XTD safe to buy?

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