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DV58 VZS

2008 Mazda 6

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

97,001 mi
Last recorded97,001 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV58 VZS
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 97,001 miles

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s/r & o/s/r lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 92,487 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2025 92,487 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 89,435 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 23 Apr 2024 89,372 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 83,952 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Apr 2023 83,772 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 80,198 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Apr 2022 80,158 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 71,366 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 60,489 miles

Inner Both sides sills corroded but not excessive

Pass 14 Sep 2018 54,975 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 54,968 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 39,696 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 25,779 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 19,492 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 14,443 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 14,442 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 13,025 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 10,266 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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DV58 VZS is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 DV58 VZS, 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 DV58 VZS registered?

DV58 VZS is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 30 November 2008.

Is DV58 VZS safe to buy?

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