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EF08 LTJ

2008 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

110,625 mi
Last recorded110,625 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 LTJ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2020 110,625 miles

Exhaust corroded

General corrosion underneath

Pass 18 Oct 2019 104,589 miles

Handbrake may need service or adjustment before next MOT

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 98,635 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 89,779 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 89,779 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working 1x LLB501 (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working 1x LLB501 (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 82,390 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 79,131 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 79,131 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 75,390 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 72,026 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 72,026 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 67,159 miles

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 12 Jun 2012 67,159 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 53,548 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 LTJ is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 87,272 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 LTJ, 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 LTJ registered?

EF08 LTJ is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is EF08 LTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 LTJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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