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BD08 BVM

2008 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

130,477 mi
Last recorded130,477 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 BVM
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 130,477 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front suspension components corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear suspension components corroded

Rear under body slightly corroded

Fail 28 Oct 2025 130,477 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front suspension components corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear suspension components corroded

Rear under body slightly corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2024 130,291 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2023 123,389 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 119,013 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 115,550 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2021 115,550 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 113,316 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2020 113,227 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 110,739 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 108,159 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 108,159 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 104,930 miles

Nearside Rear Mudguard insecure plus damaged mounting area ()

Pass 11 May 2017 98,477 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 98,477 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 May 2016 81,852 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 71,133 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 58,835 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 55,112 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 52,497 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 49,329 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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BD08 BVM is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 BD08 BVM, 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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BD08 BVM is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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