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WM08 FGO

2008 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 2488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

167,032 mi
Last recorded167,032 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 FGO
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2022 167,032 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2022 166,739 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 160,937 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 149,448 miles

rear discs scored

Pass 2 Mar 2019 134,277 miles

both nearside and offside rear inner sills corroding slightly

center exhaust to back box Y section joints corroding

general light corrosion under vehicle

nearside and offside front headlight lens deteriorating

Pass 10 Mar 2018 121,586 miles

exhaust back box to center pipe joints both corroding

general under body corrosion

nearside and offside front lower suspension arms corroding

nearside and offside rear inner sill corroding

Pass 25 Mar 2017 110,902 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 29 Mar 2016 100,449 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2016 100,449 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 91,379 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2015 91,379 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 78,032 miles

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)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 61,278 miles

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise brake inspection as unable to check inner brake pads at time of test

Pass 6 Jul 2012 44,623 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 36,791 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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WM08 FGO is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 2,488cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WM08 FGO, 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 WM08 FGO registered?

WM08 FGO is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is WM08 FGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM08 FGO shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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