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A100 MEW

2008 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,379 mi
Last recorded57,379 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA100 MEW
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 57,379 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2025 57,379 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2024 57,245 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 57,103 miles

both front brake disc's worn + corroded

Pass 2 Sep 2019 56,729 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 56,205 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 55,807 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 54,680 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 53,536 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 52,398 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 48,515 miles

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

nearside front lower rear arm bush split

Fail 25 Nov 2013 48,515 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front lower rear arm bush split

Pass 27 Nov 2012 42,342 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 32,138 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 2?

Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
147,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,380
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,451
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A100 MEW is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 63,213 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 18,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A100 MEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A100 MEW registered?

A100 MEW is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is A100 MEW safe to buy?

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