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FG08 UPT

2008 Mazda 6

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,471 mi
Last recorded134,471 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 UPT
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2021 134,471 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 128,387 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2020 128,387 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2019 118,758 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 104,037 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 92,270 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 81,442 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 68,208 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged badly cut

front brake discs corroded on edges and lipped on inner faces

removed objects from interior mirror before testing

Fail 1 Oct 2015 67,957 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged badly cut

front brake discs corroded on edges and lipped on inner faces

removed objects from interior mirror before testing

Pass 23 Oct 2014 54,212 miles

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

wipers smearing

Fail 23 Oct 2014 54,204 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

wipers smearing

Pass 14 Mar 2014 49,697 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 41,971 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 33,274 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Mar 2011 24,698 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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FG08 UPT is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FG08 UPT, 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 FG08 UPT registered?

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

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