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XIB 8320

2008 Mazda 6

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

84,075 mi
Last recorded84,075 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXIB 8320
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 84,075 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 82,192 miles

CORRODED UNDER THE CAR/REAR AXLE

Pass 15 Sep 2020 54,891 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing 205/60*16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing 205/60*16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing 205/60*16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing 205/60*16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 50,897 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 2 Sep 2019 50,897 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2018 48,293 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2017 45,960 miles

under body covers fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2016 41,530 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 39,838 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 36,796 miles

bad connections on number plate lights

battery terminals getting fungassed up

Pass 13 Feb 2014 33,415 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 30,560 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 27,899 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 26,571 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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XIB 8320 is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 XIB 8320, 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 XIB 8320 registered?

XIB 8320 is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 21 November 2008.

Is XIB 8320 safe to buy?

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