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BD08 GVG

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,692 mi
Last recorded51,692 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 GVG
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 51,692 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 51,550 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Nov 2023 51,077 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 50,743 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 50,201 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 49,113 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 49,113 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 46,671 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 46,671 miles

Nearside Front 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 Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on tred

Pass 23 May 2018 45,931 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 45,930 miles

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

Rear Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 May 2017 45,034 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 42,999 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 39,888 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 34,299 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 29,816 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 24,326 miles

both front tyres worn low and cracking

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 12 Apr 2011 19,830 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 GVG is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 GVG, 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 BD08 GVG registered?

BD08 GVG is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is BD08 GVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 GVG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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