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AJ08 ART

2008 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

103,269 mi
Last recorded103,269 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ08 ART
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 103,269 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Jan 2025 98,310 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test n/s & o/s stickers ()

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2025 98,275 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 85,578 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 78,985 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 73,509 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 69,509 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2020 69,509 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 66,461 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 66,461 miles

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 64,093 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 60,101 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 56,887 miles

n/s/r tyre tread worn low

Pass 8 Jun 2015 52,560 miles

n/s/r tyre tread wearing low and uneven

o/s/r tyre deep split in the inner sidewall

Pass 21 Jun 2014 46,283 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 36,786 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 29,142 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 17 May 2012 29,142 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 23,607 miles

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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AJ08 ART is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AJ08 ART, 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 AJ08 ART registered?

AJ08 ART is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is AJ08 ART safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ08 ART shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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