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YM08 HLG

2008 Mazda 6

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,841 mi
Last recorded117,841 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM08 HLG
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 117,841 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2025 117,016 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (4.1.4 (d))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2024 104,798 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 98,331 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2022 92,169 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Near & Off Side (4.1.4 (b))

Under Body Suspension & Brake Component Corrosion

Pass 22 Oct 2021 85,225 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 83,259 miles

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2020 83,255 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 81,901 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2019 81,901 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 77,058 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin look low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 72,523 miles

both front tyres perished cracks in outer side walls

Pass 9 Nov 2016 67,951 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted

Fail 9 Nov 2016 67,951 miles

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

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2015 61,984 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2014 55,139 miles

both front tyres slightly perished cracks on inner side walls

Pass 18 Nov 2013 49,221 miles

n/s/f wiper blade split

Pass 26 Nov 2012 43,496 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 43,496 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 36,293 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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YM08 HLG is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YM08 HLG, 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 YM08 HLG registered?

YM08 HLG is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is YM08 HLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM08 HLG shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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