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YJ08 BRL

2008 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

212,344 mi
Last recorded212,344 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 BRL
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2019 212,344 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 203,552 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 190,032 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

under trays fitted obscuring some componets

Pass 19 Jul 2016 176,001 miles

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

both front tyres inner treads wear

parking brakes only just passed 18%

service brakes only just passed 51%

under trays fitted obscuring some componets

Fail 19 Jul 2016 176,001 miles

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

both front tyres inner treads wear

parking brakes only just passed 18%

service brakes only just passed 51%

under trays fitted obscuring some componets

Pass 20 Jul 2015 163,960 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Aug 2014 155,192 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 155,192 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 143,633 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Aug 2012 128,487 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 110,966 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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YJ08 BRL is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YJ08 BRL, 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 YJ08 BRL registered?

YJ08 BRL is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 15 August 2008.

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