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AP08 GKN

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

135,974 mi
Last recorded135,974 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 GKN
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 135,974 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2026 135,966 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play locking nut loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 132,154 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Jun 2025 132,154 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 123,962 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2023 118,352 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 112,991 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 106,238 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2020 88,871 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 76,910 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 71,861 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 71,686 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2017 65,658 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2016 47,575 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 43,568 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 43,555 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 33,489 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 27,144 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 20,627 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 GKN is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,399cc diesel 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 GKN, 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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AP08 GKN is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 10 June 2008.

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