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VK58 FHD

2008 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2020
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

147,582 mi
Last recorded147,582 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK58 FHD
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2019 147,582 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 135,774 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 135,774 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides, replaced bulbs (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 133,038 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2017 133,038 miles

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

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

Towbar component insecure electrical socket (6.6.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 124,703 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015 116,752 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 16 Jul 2015 116,751 miles

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

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

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

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 116,300 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 112,986 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 112,986 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 112,845 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 89,381 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 89,381 miles

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 64,026 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 62,357 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 62,357 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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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VK58 FHD is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 VK58 FHD, 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 VK58 FHD registered?

VK58 FHD is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 14 October 2008.

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The MOT history for VK58 FHD shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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