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VK08 VPO

2008 Mazda 6

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

107,328 mi
Last recorded107,328 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 VPO
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2021 107,328 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 100,953 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 100,946 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 96,582 miles

Nearside Front tyre date stamped 2006

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 85,072 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 85,072 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 73,714 miles

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

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)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 64,186 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 64,186 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 52,472 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2015 39,383 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 39,383 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 31,870 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 27,786 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 26,064 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 20,135 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 VPO is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VPO, 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 VK08 VPO registered?

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

Is VK08 VPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK08 VPO shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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