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AO08 AOM

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

90,529 mi
Last recorded90,529 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 AOM
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2024 90,529 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 84,404 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2024 84,404 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 75,050 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 75,050 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 69,866 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 65,999 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 65,998 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 64,338 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 62,587 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2019 62,577 miles

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

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 60,534 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all brake pipes near wheels starting to rust. (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 58,309 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 54,526 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 48,854 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 41,642 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 33,868 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 25,435 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 16,407 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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AO08 AOM is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc 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 AO08 AOM, 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 AO08 AOM registered?

AO08 AOM is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AO08 AOM safe to buy?

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