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AU08 UEA

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

98,519 mi
Last recorded98,519 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 UEA
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 98,519 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 96,180 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 93,225 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 90,448 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 87,044 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2020 84,182 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2020 84,182 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 80,074 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 75,250 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 4 Apr 2018 75,250 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 73,043 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 70,548 miles

both front tyres devoid tread at inner edges

Pass 8 Apr 2015 63,797 miles

both front tyres are aged/perished

Pass 2 Apr 2014 51,762 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 35,821 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 35,579 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 25,449 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 14,215 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 14,156 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 UEA is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey 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 AU08 UEA, 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 UEA registered?

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

Is AU08 UEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 UEA 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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