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WU08 YPF

2008 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

136,240 mi
Last recorded136,240 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 YPF
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2024 136,240 miles

both inner sills corroded

o/s/f tyre 3mm

rear subframe corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2023 131,849 miles

rear axle corroded

rear springs corroded

Fail 16 Nov 2023 131,847 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

rear axle corroded

rear springs corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2022 128,430 miles

DPF Warning on dash

Drivers seat structure worn creating movement but not excessive.

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2022 128,430 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill end and inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill end and inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

DPF warning displayed

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2021 122,363 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 122,363 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 114,447 miles

"DPF" Warning light is flashing

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight seep from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2020 114,447 miles

"DPF" Warning light is flashing

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight seep from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 112,114 miles

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

Offside 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 7 Mar 2019 104,955 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 104,955 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 97,497 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 90,148 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 82,858 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 82,858 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 76,316 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 70,714 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

arch liners and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 20 Feb 2014 70,714 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

arch liners and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 19 Feb 2013 57,144 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

arch liners fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 16 Feb 2012 47,504 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 35,756 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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WU08 YPF is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 WU08 YPF, 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 WU08 YPF registered?

WU08 YPF is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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