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VU08 ZXA

2008 Mazda 6

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

371,000 mi
Last recorded371,000 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU08 ZXA
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 371,000 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 354,192 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 337,864 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 321,030 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 May 2016 302,840 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 284,925 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 265,925 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 247,712 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2014 22,895 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 22,895 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 May 2014 228,896 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

DPF warning lamp on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2013 209,367 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 May 2013 191,156 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2013 191,156 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2012 174,515 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2012 159,975 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 141,745 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 141,745 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 135,127 miles

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

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 ZXA is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VU08 ZXA, 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 VU08 ZXA registered?

VU08 ZXA is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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The MOT history for VU08 ZXA shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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