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BG08 ESN

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

60,589 mi
Last recorded60,589 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 ESN
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 60,589 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 60,322 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin look low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 56,676 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2023 51,877 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2022 46,653 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 41,946 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 36,700 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 34,569 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 33,014 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 33,014 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2017 29,464 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 29,464 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 May 2016 25,747 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 22,113 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 18,357 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 14,051 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 10,463 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 6,885 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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BG08 ESN 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 88.9%.

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 BG08 ESN, 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 BG08 ESN registered?

BG08 ESN is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is BG08 ESN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 ESN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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