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YJ08 BRN

2008 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

109,270 mi
Last recorded109,270 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 BRN
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2013 109,270 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 100,394 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

dpf light on dash

eml light on dash

Pass 25 Jun 2012 100,394 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

dpf light on dash

eml light on dash

Pass 3 Aug 2011 76,390 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 76,390 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 BRN is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YJ08 BRN, 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 YJ08 BRN registered?

YJ08 BRN is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 19 August 2008.

Is YJ08 BRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ08 BRN shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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