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YH08 RJU

2008 Mazda 6

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

151,327 mi
Last recorded151,327 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 RJU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2024 151,327 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 139,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 130,534 miles

both headlamps dim

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 130,530 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

both headlamps dim

Pass 5 Aug 2021 125,895 miles

general scaly rust to rear suspension

Fail 29 Jul 2021 125,853 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

general scaly rust to rear suspension

Pass 17 Jul 2020 119,887 miles

general scaly rust to chassis & suspension

Pass 8 Aug 2019 112,673 miles

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Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished ,worn smooth on inner shoulder & under inflated (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing thin & smooth , uneven on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 103,683 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear tyres wearing unevenly inner edges

corrosion to chassis & suspension

rear heat shield loose

Fail 13 Aug 2018 103,682 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

both rear tyres wearing unevenly inner edges

corrosion to chassis & suspension

rear heat shield loose

Pass 10 Aug 2017 94,929 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake pads close to limit

general scaly rust to chassis & suspension

o/s/r brake pads wearing thin

signs of o/s/r brake disc overheating

Pass 5 Aug 2016 84,681 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2016 84,681 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2015 75,155 miles

under vehicle suspension/braking components slightly corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2014 68,252 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

under vehicle suspension/braking components slightly corroded

Pass 3 Aug 2013 63,052 miles

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

under vehicle all suspension/braking components slightly corroded

Pass 17 Apr 2012 52,707 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 38,730 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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YH08 RJU is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YH08 RJU, 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 YH08 RJU registered?

YH08 RJU is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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