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YD08 EGX

2008 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

121,272 mi
Last recorded121,272 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 EGX
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 121,272 miles

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

o/s front tyre damaged on outer sidewall

Fail 10 Jul 2018 121,272 miles

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

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

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

o/s front tyre damaged on outer sidewall

Pass 14 Jul 2017 113,277 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 113,277 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 33% (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2016 105,743 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 89,537 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 83,375 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 76,168 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 59,027 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 37,070 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 23,841 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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YD08 EGX is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YD08 EGX, 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

How do I check the history of YD08 EGX?

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What year was YD08 EGX registered?

YD08 EGX is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is YD08 EGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 EGX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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