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YG08 VBL

2008 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,895 mi
Last recorded112,895 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2015
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 VBL
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2015 112,895 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 107,684 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2014 107,684 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 100,482 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 94,316 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 93,630 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 93,630 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 72,143 miles

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

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

oil level above maximum

rear brake pads wearing low

suspect front brake pads worn very low

Pass 20 May 2011 72,143 miles

oil level above maximum

rear brake pads wearing low

suspect front brake pads worn very low

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 VBL is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 VBL, 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 VBL registered?

YG08 VBL is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is YG08 VBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG08 VBL shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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