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AC08 KLZ

2008 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1348cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

63,246 mi
Last recorded63,246 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 KLZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,348cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 63,246 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Undersurface, sills, subframes (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2026 63,243 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Undersurface, sills, subframes (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 63,231 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2025 63,231 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2024 62,450 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 62,039 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 61,762 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Mar 2022 61,762 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 59,726 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 57,840 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 55,711 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 53,607 miles

Nearside Rear tyre slightly perishing

Pass 16 Mar 2017 51,373 miles

coil spring corroded both rear springs (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak oil leak from engine area ()

Fail 16 Mar 2017 51,373 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wipers (8.2.2)

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

coil spring corroded both rear springs (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak oil leak from engine area ()

Pass 15 Mar 2016 49,577 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 46,468 miles

n/s/f tyre worn to 2mm on edge.

n/s/r tyre perished on sidewall and in tread.

screw in n/s/r tyre .

Pass 19 Mar 2014 42,170 miles

screw in n/s/r tyre .

Pass 11 Mar 2013 36,615 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 36,615 miles

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

boot wont open

rear wiper split

Pass 14 Mar 2012 28,866 miles

very slight perishing on rear tyres

Pass 21 Mar 2011 23,239 miles

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

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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AC08 KLZ is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AC08 KLZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AC08 KLZ registered?

AC08 KLZ is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is AC08 KLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 KLZ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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