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DX08 VBP

2008 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

159,487 mi
Last recorded159,487 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 VBP
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2020 159,487 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 151,829 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 140,502 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2018 140,502 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 128,396 miles

Central Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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)

Fail 24 Oct 2017 128,396 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Central Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 2 Nov 2016 121,813 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Nov 2016 121,813 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 113,479 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 104,115 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 104,115 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Nov 2013 95,938 miles

slight scrub on front tyres tread shoulders.

Pass 2 Nov 2012 87,001 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 9 Oct 2012 85,969 miles

Nearside Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

heavy power steer bias to o/s.

power steer pulls easily to o/s but really heavy to n/s and then trying to pull back to o/s.

Fail 23 Jun 2011

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jun 2011

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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DX08 VBP is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 DX08 VBP, 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 DX08 VBP registered?

DX08 VBP is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is DX08 VBP safe to buy?

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