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DS08 XYG

2008 Mazda 6

Grey Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

104,547 mi
Last recorded104,547 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 XYG
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2019 104,547 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 104,547 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 89,409 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 89,402 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Oct 2017 77,133 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 69,584 miles

DPF light indicates a fault

Pass 22 Oct 2015 63,981 miles

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

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

front brakes slightly binding

Fail 22 Oct 2015 63,981 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 20 Oct 2014 57,986 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Oct 2014 57,986 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2013 51,088 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 43,718 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Oct 2012 43,718 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 35,525 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 35,525 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 33,329 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 33,329 miles

Headlamp aim too high (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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DS08 XYG is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 XYG, 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 XYG registered?

DS08 XYG is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 21 July 2008.

Is DS08 XYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 XYG shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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