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YL08 FDE

2008 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

155,204 mi
Last recorded155,204 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 FDE
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 155,204 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))

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

corrosion under side

Pass 30 Jul 2020 150,719 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 141,034 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under body corroded

Fail 29 Jul 2019 141,034 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under body corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2018 134,411 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 119,791 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 119,791 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 103,429 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 87,688 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 73,564 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 58,436 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 42,675 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 23,381 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 FDE is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FDE, 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 YL08 FDE registered?

YL08 FDE is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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