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DF08 VPD

2008 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

102,236 mi
Last recorded102,236 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 VPD
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2016 102,236 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 97,910 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 97,910 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 95,896 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Mar 2014 95,616 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Seat belt affected by a damaged seat frame (5.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2013 84,203 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 84,037 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 73,743 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 64,884 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 64,884 miles

Offside 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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DF08 VPD 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 70%.

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 DF08 VPD, 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 DF08 VPD registered?

DF08 VPD is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is DF08 VPD safe to buy?

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