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VU08 ZXF

2008 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 2488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

104,841 mi
Last recorded104,841 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU08 ZXF
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2022 104,841 miles

General rear under body corrosion

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Fail 8 Feb 2022 104,836 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

General rear under body corrosion

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 99,047 miles

General under body and suspension corroded

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Fail 9 Feb 2021 99,046 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Nearside rear pads have worn down to limit but offside rear pads are half way worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

General under body and suspension corroded

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/R18 STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 24 Jan 2020 95,178 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 88,985 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2018 83,882 miles

Offside rear tyre cut on outer sidewall

Pass 9 Feb 2017 76,961 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 76,956 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2016 66,645 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 52,941 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 47,351 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 41,576 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 39,484 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)

Pass 18 Feb 2012 31,284 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2011 23,480 miles

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 ZXF is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 2,488cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 ZXF, 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 ZXF registered?

VU08 ZXF is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is VU08 ZXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU08 ZXF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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