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BG58 AYB

2008 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

155,143 mi
Last recorded155,143 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 AYB
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 155,143 miles

DPF light flashing

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

Fail 10 Nov 2017 155,143 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

DPF light flashing

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

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

Pass 24 Nov 2016 114,286 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

Fail 11 Nov 2016 112,529 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened as marked (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Oil leak ()

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

Fail 3 Aug 2015 80,624 miles

DPF light on

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 80,624 miles

DPF light on

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 6 Feb 2015 72,538 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

dpf light flashing

Fail 6 Feb 2015 72,538 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

dpf light flashing

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2014 57,085 miles

Brake Fluid Residue On Offside Rear Caliper

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre Worn From Inner Edge

Pass 21 Nov 2013 57,053 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 47,540 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Nov 2012 47,540 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2011 35,195 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2011 35,195 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BG58 AYB is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 BG58 AYB, 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 BG58 AYB registered?

BG58 AYB is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 30 November 2008.

Is BG58 AYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG58 AYB shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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