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BL08 AGE

2008 Mazda 2

Black Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

101,224 mi
Last recorded101,224 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 AGE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2020 101,224 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2020 101,224 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 87,689 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 7 Aug 2019 87,689 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 83,262 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 73,191 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 68,440 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 64,965 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 53,910 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Dec 2013 53,910 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Dec 2012 46,701 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 43,276 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 32,823 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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BL08 AGE is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BL08 AGE, 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 BL08 AGE registered?

BL08 AGE is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 18 July 2008.

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