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DS08 XYB

2008 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2019
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

102,982 mi
Last recorded102,982 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2018 102,982 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2016 91,608 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 91,608 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2016 80,804 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/r brake disc outer surface becoming rusted

underbody plastic trim fitted

Fail 22 Jan 2016 80,803 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/r brake disc outer surface becoming rusted

underbody plastic trim fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2014 65,292 miles

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

exhaust becoming rusted

underbody plastic trim fitted

Fail 20 Aug 2014 65,290 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

exhaust becoming rusted

underbody plastic trim fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2013 52,787 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 52,787 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 May 2012 42,001 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 42,001 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 31,615 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 31,615 miles

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

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 XYB is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 DS08 XYB, 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 XYB registered?

DS08 XYB is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is DS08 XYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 XYB shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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