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BF08 AKU

2008 Mazda 6

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

88,131 mi
Last recorded88,131 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 AKU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 88,131 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 85,185 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Underbody corrosion

Fail 28 Jan 2025 85,185 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Underbody corrosion

Pass 30 Jan 2024 82,594 miles

under body corrosion

Pass 14 Feb 2023 79,306 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 76,392 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 73,621 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 70,226 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 65,681 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 60,679 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 60,679 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2017 55,829 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 46,699 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 44,486 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 38,248 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 34,325 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 29,407 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 24,580 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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BF08 AKU is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BF08 AKU, 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 BF08 AKU registered?

BF08 AKU is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is BF08 AKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 AKU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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