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YL57 FLN

2008 Mazda 6

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

147,683 mi
Last recorded147,683 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 FLN
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2024 147,683 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 138,054 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside & Offside ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 130,197 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 21 Jan 2021 122,556 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2021 122,556 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 118,386 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 16 Jan 2019 112,484 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 102,936 miles

Exhaust system slightly corroded

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Jan 2017 92,103 miles

general corrosion under the vehicle

under tray fitted

vehicle tested under the wet condition

Pass 18 Jan 2016 80,426 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 65,645 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 65,645 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jan 2014 54,670 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 44,840 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 32,503 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2011 19,738 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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YL57 FLN is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YL57 FLN, 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 YL57 FLN registered?

YL57 FLN is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is YL57 FLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL57 FLN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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