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AP08 ERJ

2008 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

56,183 mi
Last recorded56,183 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 ERJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 56,183 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2025 56,180 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 49,199 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 48,453 miles

front brake discs corroded

front subframe and oil sump corroded

front tyres slightly perished

rear suspension corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2022 47,646 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 46,376 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2021 46,376 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 44,885 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished between tread

front brake discs corroded and worn

Pass 4 Oct 2019 42,881 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 39,956 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 36,789 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 30,968 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 25,392 miles

Offside Rear tyre slightly perrished between tread

Pass 7 Oct 2014 21,369 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 21,369 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2013 18,441 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 17,909 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 15,711 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 13,456 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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AP08 ERJ is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AP08 ERJ, 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 AP08 ERJ registered?

AP08 ERJ is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 7 June 2008.

Is AP08 ERJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 ERJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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