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YP08 MTU

2008 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 2488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,232 mi
Last recorded66,232 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP08 MTU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2022 66,232 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 66,226 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 66,222 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative lever broken away fron mounts (4.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 66,135 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 61,722 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 61,721 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting fractured link arm (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Apr 2018 60,597 miles

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights head light auto hight adjuster repaired ()

Pass 25 Apr 2017 59,002 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear heat shield insecure

Fail 24 Apr 2017 59,001 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel goes to top on brake test (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear heat shield insecure

Pass 9 May 2016 57,285 miles

under bonnet covers fitted restricting inspection

under vehicle covers fitted restricting inspection

Pass 29 Apr 2015 53,185 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake disks slightly corroded

Pass 1 May 2014 49,247 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 44,297 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2012 39,587 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2011 35,228 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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YP08 MTU is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 2,488cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 YP08 MTU, 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 MTU registered?

YP08 MTU is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is YP08 MTU safe to buy?

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