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AB08 AEL

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,832 mi
Last recorded91,832 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 AEL
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2016 91,832 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 81,228 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 69,330 miles

n/s/r tyre worn to 3mm and perished .

Fail 9 Jun 2014 69,329 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

n/s/r tyre worn to 3mm and perished .

Pass 11 Jun 2013 59,984 miles

both rear tyres perished on sidewall's.

n/s wiper blade split.

rear wiper blade split.

Pass 26 Jun 2012 51,315 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 42,076 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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AB08 AEL is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 AB08 AEL, 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 AB08 AEL registered?

AB08 AEL is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is AB08 AEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 AEL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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