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YE08 GXC

2008 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

168,055 mi
Last recorded168,055 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE08 GXC
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 168,055 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing on outter edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Nov 2020 168,051 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind backbox marked with chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing on outter edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2019 154,006 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 15 May 2019 154,002 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 May 2018 147,151 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 147,150 miles

Nearside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 May 2017 140,881 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 May 2016 137,409 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 133,542 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 May 2015 133,542 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2014 128,680 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Apr 2014 128,676 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2013 118,909 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

steering pulling to right

Fail 23 Apr 2013 118,909 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

steering pulling to right

Pass 20 Apr 2012 97,151 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2012 97,151 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 82,817 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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YE08 GXC is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 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 YE08 GXC, 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 YE08 GXC registered?

YE08 GXC is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is YE08 GXC safe to buy?

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