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YS08 AXG

2008 Mazda 6

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

196,415 mi
Last recorded196,415 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 687,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS08 AXG
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 196,415 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under tray fitted

Fail 18 Apr 2018 196,412 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under tray fitted

Pass 24 Oct 2017 183,938 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 183,938 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 174,096 miles

Under tray fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2016 165,340 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 162,307 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 162,307 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2016 161,469 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 149,979 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2015 139,732 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 128,432 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 128,432 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 110,817 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 98,747 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 98,747 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2013 83,894 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Nov 2013 83,894 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 68,427 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 52,639 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 50,814 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 37,531 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front 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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YS08 AXG is a 2008 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YS08 AXG, 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 YS08 AXG registered?

YS08 AXG is a 2008 Mazda 6, first registered on 24 July 2008.

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