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WM08 VNG

2008 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

158,047 mi
Last recorded158,047 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 VNG
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2017 158,047 miles

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)

Oil leak

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 151,853 miles

oil leak

Pass 19 Dec 2014 144,802 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 136,432 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 126,219 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 126,219 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jan 2012 115,469 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 115,469 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 111,622 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 111,622 miles

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

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

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

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 VNG is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 WM08 VNG, 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 WM08 VNG registered?

WM08 VNG is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 15 August 2008.

Is WM08 VNG safe to buy?

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