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YL08 HBF

2008 Mazda 6

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

93,758 mi
Last recorded93,758 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 HBF
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 93,758 miles

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

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 81,186 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 81,186 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 73,401 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn on edges

exhaust rear flange corroded not leaking on test

front brake discs corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2014 63,501 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 54,257 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

os wiper poor

Pass 21 Jun 2012 45,523 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Jun 2012 45,505 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jun 2011 36,861 miles

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)

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 HBF is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YL08 HBF, 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 HBF registered?

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

Is YL08 HBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 HBF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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