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VK58 HCE

2008 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

218,016 mi
Last recorded218,016 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2014
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2014 218,016 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 18 Dec 2014 218,016 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 151,717 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 130,071 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 130,071 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 96,471 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 89,701 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 89,523 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

unable to fully inspect both rear coil springs

underside of the car covered

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 HCE is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 VK58 HCE, 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 VK58 HCE registered?

VK58 HCE is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 20 October 2008.

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