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AA08 MZT

2008 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

60,745 mi
Last recorded60,745 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 MZT
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 60,745 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Size 195.45.R 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All round (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 59,663 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 57,123 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all round (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all round (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 55,840 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

oil level low

Pass 25 Mar 2022 52,614 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front headlamp slightly faded

Fail 25 Mar 2022 52,614 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front headlamp slightly faded

Rear rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Rear rear wiper worn

Pass 3 Jul 2019 48,809 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Fail 1 Jul 2019 48,784 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 42,693 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 42,692 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2017 38,132 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Jun 2016 33,988 miles

Nearside Front tyre has damage to outer sidewall

undertrays , sill covers fitted

Fail 16 Jun 2016 33,988 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front tyre has damage to outer sidewall

undertrays , sill covers fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2015 21,147 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Jun 2015 27,147 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2014 23,286 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 23,281 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

front tyres wearing heavy on inner edges

Pass 10 Jul 2013 19,268 miles

n/s/f tyre worn to 0mm on edges.

o/s/f tyre worn to 3mm on edges.

Pass 10 Jul 2012 15,302 miles

front tyres worn low on extreme edges.

Pass 2 Aug 2011 12,056 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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AA08 MZT is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AA08 MZT, 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 AA08 MZT registered?

AA08 MZT is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 9 August 2008.

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