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CA08 AMU

2008 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

144,262 mi
Last recorded144,262 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 AMU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2018 144,262 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 144,262 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working AND O/S FRONT SIDE LIGHT (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 121,851 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 121,848 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 95,553 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 85,507 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2015 79,938 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)

Fail 20 Jan 2014 71,386 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 71,386 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 63,132 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 63,030 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

d.p.f warning lamp on

Pass 8 May 2012 47,190 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2011 37,519 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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CA08 AMU is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel 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 CA08 AMU, 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 CA08 AMU registered?

CA08 AMU is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is CA08 AMU safe to buy?

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