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EF08 JVH

2008 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 2488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

203,254 mi
Last recorded203,254 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 JVH
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 203,254 miles

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

engine & underbody panels fitted

Fail 1 Aug 2025 203,254 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

engine & underbody panels fitted

Pass 30 Jul 2024 192,063 miles

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

engine & underbody panels fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2023 185,034 miles

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

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

engine & under body panels fitted

Fail 3 Aug 2023 185,034 miles

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

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

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

engine & under body panels fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2022 171,542 miles

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

engine & under body panels fitted

rear tyres worn close to 3mm

Pass 22 Jul 2021 160,164 miles

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

Nearside parking brake low on effort

Offside Front brake lagging slightly in early operation

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

engine & under body panels fitted

Fail 22 Jul 2021 160,164 miles

Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside parking brake low on effort

Offside Front brake lagging slightly in early operation

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

engine & under body panels fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2020 150,815 miles

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

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

engine & body under panels fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2019 139,626 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 131,607 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 118,658 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside inner faces (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2016 103,563 miles

Rear seats folded down at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Jul 2016 103,533 miles

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

Rear seats folded down at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Jul 2015 91,394 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2015 91,394 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2014 76,187 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2013 60,005 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 45,758 miles

both front tyres wearing unevenly

front inner brake pads worn

Pass 9 Jun 2011 28,092 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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EF08 JVH is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 2,488cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EF08 JVH, 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 EF08 JVH registered?

EF08 JVH is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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