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YB57 ZBY

2008 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

215,840 mi
Last recorded215,840 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB57 ZBY
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2020 215,840 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jan 2020 215,840 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2019 204,374 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 188,915 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear of front (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt front of front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 171,581 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded FRONT TO REAR AT REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded FRONT TO REAR AT REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 155,569 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 132,113 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 115,413 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 96,564 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 83,168 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 73,558 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 73,557 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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YB57 ZBY is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YB57 ZBY, 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 YB57 ZBY registered?

YB57 ZBY is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is YB57 ZBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB57 ZBY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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