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EK08 YRW

2008 Mazda 6

Black Petrol 2488cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

126,846 mi
Last recorded126,846 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 YRW
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 126,846 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2026 126,846 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2025 123,631 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Fail 26 Mar 2025 123,630 miles

Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc distorted + worn / rusted and pitted

Pass 25 Mar 2024 120,250 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 116,667 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 113,894 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 111,343 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 108,697 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 104,239 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 99,498 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 93,282 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 86,185 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 79,218 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2014 72,364 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 66,334 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 58,947 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 45,525 miles

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

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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EK08 YRW is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Black with a 2,488cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EK08 YRW, 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

How do I check the history of EK08 YRW?

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What year was EK08 YRW registered?

EK08 YRW is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is EK08 YRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 YRW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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