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EK58 RYF

2008 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 2488cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

128,952 mi
Last recorded128,952 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 RYF
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 128,952 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all ( dirt ) (1.1.11 (c))

Rear axle corroded ( chassis and components )

Fail 12 Sep 2025 128,948 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed possibly due to exhaust leak (8.2.2.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all ( dirt ) (1.1.11 (c))

Rear axle corroded ( chassis and components )

Pass 12 Sep 2024 120,783 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Sep 2024 120,775 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 112,080 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2023 112,080 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2022 101,506 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

general under body corrosion

Fail 15 Sep 2022 101,307 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

general under body corrosion

Pass 17 Sep 2021 92,055 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 87,072 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2020 87,072 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on 2mm tread depth both abnormally worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Sep 2020 86,978 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on 2mm tread depth both abnormally worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 81,347 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 74,749 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 65,209 miles

front lower suspension arms corroded

corrosion to rear inner sills

Pass 16 Sep 2016 60,509 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 60,509 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 52,881 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 52,850 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 43,840 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 43,840 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 36,082 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 27,370 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 19,744 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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EK58 RYF is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 2,488cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 RYF, 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 EK58 RYF registered?

EK58 RYF is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 29 October 2008.

Is EK58 RYF safe to buy?

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