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YF08 YKC

2008 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

158,398 mi
Last recorded158,398 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 YKC
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2022 158,398 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 148,478 miles

underbody corrosion

Pass 12 Aug 2020 148,188 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 146,968 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 146,968 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 142,917 miles

Bonnet damaged

Engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

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

Front bumper damaged

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f headlight slightly insecure

Fail 9 Aug 2018 142,917 miles

Bonnet damaged

Engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

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

Front bumper damaged

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f headlight slightly insecure

Fail 27 Jul 2018 142,855 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected Steering system tight left hand lock (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front bumper damaged

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sidewalls tyre bold inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to o/s/f flexi corroded (1.1.11 (c))

bonnet damaged

Pass 22 Jul 2017 141,085 miles

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

Steering system slightly tight left hand lock (2.2.D.1)

Fail 17 Jul 2017 141,049 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam reduced output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Steering system slightly tight left hand lock (2.2.D.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 137,782 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre wall cracking

Fail 11 Jul 2016 137,753 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Inner Tyre wall cracking

Pass 30 Jul 2015 134,274 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 127,849 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 1 Jul 2014 127,849 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 121,316 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)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 26 Mar 2012 112,167 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 112,167 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 87,308 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 YKC is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 YF08 YKC, 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 YKC registered?

YF08 YKC is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 5 June 2008.

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