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YF08 YJR

2008 Mazda 6

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

140,021 mi
Last recorded140,021 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 YJR
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 140,021 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 136,918 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 134,876 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2023 134,840 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 132,701 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underside of vehicle is generally corroded

Pass 15 Feb 2021 130,126 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

general corrosion to suspension components

slight corrosion to rear inner sills

Fail 17 Dec 2020 130,030 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both track control (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

parking brake efficiency only just met requirements 17% (16%)

Pass 11 Jun 2019 126,309 miles

Surface rust on all lower suspension components

Fail 31 May 2019 126,223 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Surface rust on all lower suspension components

Pass 6 Jun 2018 123,924 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 120,667 miles

Engine and under covers fitted preventing full inspection

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 119,137 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 116,767 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 116,767 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 111,781 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 103,975 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 103,969 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2012 97,698 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Jun 2011 92,999 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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YF08 YJR is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 YF08 YJR, 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 YF08 YJR registered?

YF08 YJR is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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