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YL08 FDD

2008 Mazda 6

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,005 mi
Last recorded147,005 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 FDD
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2021 147,005 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 135,010 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 135,010 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 127,713 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jul 2018 127,711 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2017 117,862 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 110,613 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 102,689 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 92,868 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 82,481 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 70,075 miles

Front pads are 75% worn

Pass 29 Jun 2011 57,634 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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YL08 FDD is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YL08 FDD, 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 YL08 FDD registered?

YL08 FDD is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is YL08 FDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 FDD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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