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BD08 BVJ

2008 Mazda 6

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

124,770 mi
Last recorded124,770 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 BVJ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 124,770 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Apr 2019 124,770 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Feb 2019 123,567 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 106,230 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 88,522 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 69,354 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 47,088 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Feb 2015 47,088 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2014 41,766 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/wiper bladetorn at end

Fail 1 May 2014 41,766 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/wiper bladetorn at end

Pass 9 May 2013 36,176 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 29,362 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 23,727 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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BD08 BVJ is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD08 BVJ, 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 BD08 BVJ registered?

BD08 BVJ is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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