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YL08 HBE

2008 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

157,465 mi
Last recorded157,465 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 HBE
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2018 157,465 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 151,829 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 145,325 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2015 138,662 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 17 Jul 2015 138,662 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2014 133,006 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 133,006 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 126,758 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 122,241 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 13 May 2011 93,759 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 HBE is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HBE, 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 HBE registered?

YL08 HBE is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is YL08 HBE safe to buy?

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