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BG57 XLW

2008 Mazda 2

Green Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

112,446 mi
Last recorded112,446 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG57 XLW
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 112,446 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 110,471 miles
Fail 30 May 2025 110,451 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2024 103,110 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2024 103,110 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2023 96,141 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 90,626 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2021 86,737 miles

Centre/rear exhaust shield loose

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to wear markers also worn on edges(185/55x15 - 82V)

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Rear wiper blade defective

Under covers fitted obscuring some testable components

Fail 22 Apr 2021 86,735 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Centre/rear exhaust shield loose

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to wear markers also worn on edges(185/55x15 - 82V)

Nearside Rear Tyre low on pressure

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing feels slightly rough when rotated

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Radiator leaking slightly

Rear wiper blade defective

Under covers fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 7 Sep 2020 84,182 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Sep 2020 84,182 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 79,155 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 74,423 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s o/s ()

Fail 5 Sep 2018 74,421 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s o/s ()

Pass 30 Aug 2017 69,393 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 69,392 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 67,403 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 63,815 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 59,593 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 55,345 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 55,341 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 51,845 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 51,845 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 21 Nov 2012 51,803 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)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 33,381 miles

nearside front tyre worn to 2mm.

Pass 13 Dec 2010 26,852 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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BG57 XLW is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Green with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 BG57 XLW, 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 BG57 XLW registered?

BG57 XLW is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is BG57 XLW safe to buy?

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