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DS08 AOT

2008 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

140,577 mi
Last recorded140,577 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 AOT
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2024 140,577 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 137,855 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2021 132,667 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 132,667 miles

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2020 129,296 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 123,420 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 117,371 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 109,915 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 6 Dec 2017 109,915 miles

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

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

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 92,833 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 75,501 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 71,383 miles

Nearside rear wheel stiff to turn by hand

Slight corrossion to rear sills within suspension prescribed area but not yet excessive

Pass 5 Oct 2013 65,173 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 2 Nov 2012 58,567 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 56,309 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 46,833 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 46,833 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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DS08 AOT is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DS08 AOT, 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 DS08 AOT registered?

DS08 AOT is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 14 June 2008.

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