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B8 FCB

2009 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

72,055 mi
Last recorded72,055 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda 259,522 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 FCB
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 72,055 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 66,059 miles

Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2024 58,162 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 28 May 2024 58,162 miles

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 20 May 2023 49,147 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 20 May 2023 49,147 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 42,241 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 33,778 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension top mount stiff on lock to lock

Rear Roadsprings corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2020 25,393 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 22,595 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 21,421 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 20,146 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 17,892 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 15,367 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 12,721 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 9,938 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 7,105 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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B8 FCB is a 2009 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 59,522 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 B8 FCB, 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 17 years old, this Mazda 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B8 FCB registered?

B8 FCB is a 2009 Mazda 2, first registered on 13 July 2009.

Is B8 FCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B8 FCB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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