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YD08 GVT

2008 Mazda 6

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

172,434 mi
Last recorded172,434 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 GVT
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2017 172,434 miles

Rear rear bushes near shocker cracked

Fail 18 Feb 2017 172,434 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Rear rear bushes near shocker cracked

Pass 8 Feb 2016 151,455 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Feb 2015 131,532 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 131,532 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 109,192 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Mar 2014 109,004 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front tyre as a cut on sidewall but no cords/ply exposed at time of test

Offside front wiper blade split

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2013 86,215 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 86,215 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 65,988 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 49,976 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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YD08 GVT is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 GVT, 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 YD08 GVT registered?

YD08 GVT is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is YD08 GVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 GVT shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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