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VU08 BYN

2008 Mazda 6

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

105,199 mi
Last recorded105,199 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU08 BYN
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2022 105,199 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2022 105,070 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2021 99,538 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 93,094 miles

condition of discs

Pass 11 Feb 2019 86,738 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 78,758 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 69,976 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2017 89,815 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 59,398 miles

both front tyres 2mm

brake fluid level low

front brake pad wear

Fail 29 Jan 2016 59,396 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

both front tyres 2mm

brake fluid level low

front brake pad wear

Pass 26 Jan 2015 49,679 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 26 Jan 2015 49,679 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edges

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 40,108 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 33,220 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 29,075 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 23,015 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 23,015 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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VU08 BYN is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 VU08 BYN, 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

How do I check the history of VU08 BYN?

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What year was VU08 BYN registered?

VU08 BYN is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is VU08 BYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU08 BYN shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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