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AP08 FAJ

2008 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,537 mi
Last recorded43,537 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 FAJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 43,537 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 43,537 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2024 40,751 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear WASHER NOT WORKING

Pass 13 Jul 2023 38,281 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2022 35,517 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 34,030 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 33,800 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 32,506 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 31,138 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyre's (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2018 31,138 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyre's (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 29,235 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 29,199 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 27,289 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 27,289 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 26,049 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 23,616 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 19,705 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 19,705 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 15,644 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 11,263 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 FAJ is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FAJ, 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 FAJ registered?

AP08 FAJ is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is AP08 FAJ safe to buy?

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