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FG08 LML

2008 Mazda 6

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

131,638 mi
Last recorded131,638 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 LML
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2021 131,638 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

General corrosion to steering & suspension components

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2021 131,638 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

General corrosion to steering & suspension components

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 126,145 miles

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

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

various braking/steering/suspension/and under body components corroded

Fail 30 Sep 2020 125,950 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle low effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

various braking/steering/suspension/and under body components corroded

Pass 2 Apr 2019 119,102 miles

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

handbrake lever has slight reserve travel

Pass 12 Apr 2018 113,870 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear tyres have slight cracking to tread pattern

Pass 8 Feb 2017 106,779 miles

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

nearside rear tyre cracking but not showing cords or ply

trim covers fitted to outer sills and under body obscuring some component

Pass 3 Feb 2016 101,396 miles

outer sill covers fitted

Fail 3 Feb 2016 101,396 miles

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

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

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 17 Jan 2015 92,726 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 Jan 2015 92,726 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 79,137 miles

both front wiper blades torn

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 2 Nov 2013 79,130 miles

Both front wiper blades torn

Rear wiper blade rubber missing

Fail 2 Nov 2013 79,130 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front wiper blades torn

Rear wiper blade rubber missing

Pass 3 Dec 2012 68,835 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 68,835 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 58,296 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2011 58,295 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 50,211 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 50,211 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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FG08 LML is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FG08 LML, 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 FG08 LML registered?

FG08 LML is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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