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YB08 WRU

2008 Mazda 6

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,955 mi
Last recorded87,955 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 WRU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2016 87,955 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

under trays fitted

Fail 19 Jan 2016 87,955 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/18w (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2015 81,481 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jan 2014 74,953 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 69,166 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 62,574 miles

NSF and both rear tyres worn on edges.

Pass 7 Jun 2011 47,413 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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YB08 WRU is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YB08 WRU, 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 YB08 WRU registered?

YB08 WRU is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is YB08 WRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB08 WRU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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