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DU08 VJF

2008 Mazda 6

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

147,349 mi
Last recorded147,349 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 VJF
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2020 147,349 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 131,817 miles

initial movement in drivers seat

Fail 10 Sep 2019 131,817 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

initial movement in drivers seat

Pass 11 Sep 2018 129,789 miles

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

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

d p f light flashing

engine covers /under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Aug 2017 119,423 miles

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

under covers fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2016 115,006 miles

under covers fitted

Fail 22 Aug 2016 115,006 miles

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

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

under covers fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2015 106,059 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Aug 2014 99,983 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 99,983 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 93,753 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 87,970 miles

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

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

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

rear numberplate becoming delaminated

Fail 23 Feb 2013 87,970 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

rear numberplate becoming delaminated

Pass 23 Feb 2012 782,777 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 63,601 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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DU08 VJF is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DU08 VJF, 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 DU08 VJF registered?

DU08 VJF is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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