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CA08 LCV

2008 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

165,451 mi
Last recorded165,451 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 LCV
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2016 165,451 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2016 165,451 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2015 152,250 miles

Covers & trays preventing access to some components.

Slight fluctuation on o/s front braking effort.

Tyre pressure monitoring system light is on.

Fail 11 Dec 2015 152,154 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40/18 (4.1.D.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light is flashing (5.4.2)

Covers & trays preventing access to some components.

Front tyres are wearing on the inner edges.

Slight fluctuation on o/s front braking effort.

Pass 12 Nov 2014 136,107 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 136,107 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 129,314 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 Jul 2013 129,314 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Jun 2012 121,622 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2011 111,685 miles

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

Offside 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)

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 LCV is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LCV, 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 LCV registered?

CA08 LCV is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 7 July 2008.

Is CA08 LCV safe to buy?

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