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AV08 WJF

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

166,508 mi
Last recorded166,508 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2023 166,508 miles

Central Rear o/s/no plate bulb not working

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 156,048 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 156,048 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 145,665 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 135,905 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 2-3mm and worn badly on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Front headlamps glazed

Fail 5 Sep 2020 135,787 miles

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

Front headlamps glazed

Pass 12 Sep 2019 115,623 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2019 115,610 miles

Front Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 99,329 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2018 99,329 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn also bush is slightly de-bonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre perishing between tread

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

Pass 19 Aug 2017 83,776 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 70,825 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 12 Sep 2015 63,872 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2015 63,872 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 54,458 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 51,416 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

inner front brake pads loowish

Fail 23 May 2013 51,416 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

inner front brake pads loowish

Pass 21 May 2012 46,510 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 46,510 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2011 37,315 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 WJF is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 WJF, 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 WJF is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 24 May 2008.

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