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AV08 TFA

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

126,770 mi
Last recorded126,770 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 TFA
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 126,770 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 107,265 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 107,265 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fail 22 Jun 2018 106,856 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 (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 93,090 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 93,090 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 May 2016 84,590 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 77,626 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 26 May 2015 77,616 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine oil leak

engine oil sump corroded

exhaust heat shields insecure

Fail 23 May 2014 68,079 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

rear tyres badly perished

Pass 23 May 2014 68,079 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear tyres badly perished

Pass 23 May 2013 58,906 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2012 47,276 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 34,149 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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AV08 TFA is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV08 TFA, 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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AV08 TFA is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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