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YG08 VBB

2008 Mazda 6

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

150,042 mi
Last recorded150,042 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 VBB
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 150,042 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 138,883 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 130,711 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 22 Mar 2024 130,710 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Mar 2023 121,996 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material outer end (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Mar 2023 121,996 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material outer end (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 114,416 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 104,132 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 95,647 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Mar 2019 85,027 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 69,286 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 29 Mar 2018 69,286 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2017 54,261 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 54,261 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 40,512 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 40,041 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 33,618 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2015 33,618 miles

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 29,297 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 24,864 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 20,170 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 17,568 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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YG08 VBB is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YG08 VBB, 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 VBB registered?

YG08 VBB is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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