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CP08 VHF

2008 Mazda 6

Red Petrol 2488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

105,639 mi
Last recorded105,639 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 VHF
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2025 105,639 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear disc covers corroded

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2025 105,609 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

suspension components corroded

Pass 13 Dec 2023 96,910 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both bottom arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near back box (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2023 96,895 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both bottom arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near back box (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 94,063 miles

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened + suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is 1.78mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 90,457 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 88,000 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s + o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s + o/s ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s + o/s rear suspension fixing area and sill outer meets floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 84,120 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s + o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s + o/s ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

some corrosion visable underside off rear off vehicle not excessive

Pass 11 Jun 2018 80,794 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s + o/s ()

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s + o/s (load sensing valve) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s + o/s inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 70,776 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 72,173 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 65,849 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 64,478 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s front tyre outer wall small cut.

o/s rear suspension height control link broken, requires attention.

Pass 13 Mar 2014 58,298 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2014 58,298 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 53,628 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 46,120 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 46,115 miles

Nearside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 36,457 miles

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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CP08 VHF is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 2,488cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 CP08 VHF, 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 CP08 VHF registered?

CP08 VHF is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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