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YP08 CUW

2008 Mazda 6

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

198,989 mi
Last recorded198,989 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP08 CUW
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2021 198,989 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 191,156 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 180,073 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2019 180,073 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2018 166,890 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 166,890 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2017 159,200 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 148,464 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 148,464 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 137,098 miles

offside front tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 16 May 2014 128,764 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 May 2013 117,938 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

FRONT SCREEN CHIPPED.

Pass 18 May 2012 104,144 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 94,233 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 94,233 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

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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YP08 CUW is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YP08 CUW, 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 YP08 CUW registered?

YP08 CUW is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is YP08 CUW safe to buy?

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