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CA57 VYC

2008 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

164,932 mi
Last recorded164,932 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA57 VYC
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 164,932 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect all (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 24 Feb 2023 164,932 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect all (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 159,192 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2022 159,190 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 154,348 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 154,348 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 151,179 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 139,335 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 139,335 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 129,007 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 118,630 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 118,628 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 94,654 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 76,170 miles

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

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

nearside rear tyre outter edge wearing

Pass 22 Mar 2013 63,164 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 47,704 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Mar 2011 34,674 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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CA57 VYC is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 CA57 VYC, 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 CA57 VYC registered?

CA57 VYC is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is CA57 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA57 VYC shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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