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YD08 GVU

2008 Mazda 6

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

110,251 mi
Last recorded110,251 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2013
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2013 110,251 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

nearside front tyre wear inner edge

Pass 9 Mar 2012 94,802 miles

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

offside front tyre wearing edges

Fail 8 Mar 2012 94,798 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

offside front tyre wearing edges

Fail 22 Feb 2011 79,587 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 78,978 miles

Nearside 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 GVU is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GVU, 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 GVU registered?

YD08 GVU is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is YD08 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 GVU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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