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DY08 XSL

2008 Mazda 6

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,120 mi
Last recorded97,120 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 XSL
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 97,120 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 90,097 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2018 89,951 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Pass 27 May 2017 81,876 miles

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

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

REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS

Pass 2 Jun 2016 76,881 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 67,975 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2015 67,973 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 62,874 miles

Coolant leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2013 52,348 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 43,264 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 29,354 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 22,329 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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DY08 XSL is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DY08 XSL, 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 DY08 XSL registered?

DY08 XSL is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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