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EK58 JBU

2008 Mazda 6

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

137,677 mi
Last recorded137,677 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 JBU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 137,677 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 137,677 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2016 122,731 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Fail 14 May 2016 122,731 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Pass 6 Jun 2015 110,887 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front (inner) tyre tread bald

Fail 6 Jun 2015 110,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front (inner) tyre tread bald

Pass 7 Jun 2014 105,587 miles

o/side front tyre worn inner edge low tread 3mm

rear exhaust box poor condition at joint

Pass 7 Dec 2012 93,930 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 93,930 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 62,742 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 62,650 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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 2 Nov 2011 62,650 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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EK58 JBU is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 EK58 JBU, 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 EK58 JBU registered?

EK58 JBU is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 15 November 2008.

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