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AU08 UDZ

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

118,119 mi
Last recorded118,119 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 UDZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,348cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Feb 2021 118,119 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To rear flex (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To rear flex (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both rear seats ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 115,020 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2020 115,018 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 108,155 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 99,063 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017 92,897 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 82,911 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Mar 2016 82,911 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 67,579 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 9 Mar 2014 50,484 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 35,884 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Mar 2012 29,834 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 23,646 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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AU08 UDZ is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AU08 UDZ, 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 AU08 UDZ registered?

AU08 UDZ is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 18 March 2008.

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The MOT history for AU08 UDZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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