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VK08 SXC

2008 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

181,394 mi
Last recorded181,394 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 SXC
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2024 181,394 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Chassis/subframes corroded

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Underbody corroded

Undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2023 165,101 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Chassis/subframes corroded

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Underbody corroded

Undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2022 144,472 miles

Underbody corroded

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 126,200 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 111,354 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 94,249 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Mar 2019 94,249 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 86,181 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 77,300 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 70,076 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 70,076 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 64,535 miles

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 57,656 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 50,840 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 43,714 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 32,938 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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VK08 SXC is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 VK08 SXC, 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 VK08 SXC registered?

VK08 SXC is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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