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AP08 TWG

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

123,727 mi
Last recorded123,727 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 TWG
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2022 123,727 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 112,076 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 111,024 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S & N/S (1.1.11 (c))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) O/S & N/S ()

Front Sub frame - surface corrosion

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Damaged rim - out of shape when spun

Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Damaged rim - out of shape when spun

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sills - O/S & N/S surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub frame - surface corrosion

Rear Upper Fuel tank strap surface corrosion

Fail 7 Jul 2020 111,024 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S & N/S (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp aim too low O/S & N/S (4.1.2 (a))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) O/S & N/S ()

Front Sub frame - surface corrosion

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Damaged rim - out of shape when spun

Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect mop over head lamp (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Damaged rim - out of shape when spun

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sills - O/S & N/S surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub frame - surface corrosion

Rear Upper Fuel tank strap surface corrosion

Pass 11 Jul 2019 106,495 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 99,419 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 89,410 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 82,917 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 75,004 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 67,207 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 57,896 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 46,612 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 29,356 miles

both front and rear wiper blades split

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 TWG is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 TWG, 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 TWG registered?

AP08 TWG is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 18 July 2008.

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