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YD08 FUT

2008 Mazda 6

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

141,593 mi
Last recorded141,593 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 FUT
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2018 141,593 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 141,963 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 137,109 miles

exhaust system corroded

nearside rear brake disc corroded

rear tyre valves perished

tyre pressure warning light on

under trays and sill covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

Fail 1 Mar 2017 137,109 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

exhaust system corroded

nearside rear brake disc corroded

rear tyre valves perished

tyre pressure warning light on

under trays and sill covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 25 Feb 2016 129,989 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 129,985 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 120,057 miles

both rear tyres wearing uneven

Fail 19 Feb 2015 120,057 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

both rear tyres wearing uneven

Fail 6 Mar 2014 112,762 miles

Both rear tyres mis-shapen

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 112,762 miles

Both rear tyres mis-shapen

Pass 4 Mar 2013 103,482 miles

Both rear tyres mishapen

Fail 1 Mar 2013 103,482 miles

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

Both rear tyres mishapen

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 82,582 miles

both rear tyres wearing uneven on inner edges

play in n/s steering arm

Pass 17 Feb 2011 60,272 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 FUT is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 YD08 FUT, 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.

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What year was YD08 FUT registered?

YD08 FUT is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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