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YG08 VAH

2008 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

199,110 mi
Last recorded199,110 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 VAH
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2018 199,110 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 169,093 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 156,047 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 143,933 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Fail 9 Apr 2016 143,933 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Fail 30 Mar 2015 131,307 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 131,307 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 115,998 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 115,998 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 102,549 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 89,531 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 80,001 miles

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

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear 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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YG08 VAH is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YG08 VAH, 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 YG08 VAH registered?

YG08 VAH is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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