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BL57 VBU

2008 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

136,065 mi
Last recorded136,065 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 VBU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2025 136,065 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2024 123,004 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jan 2024 123,004 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Dec 2022 97,669 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2021 77,950 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2021 77,950 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))

Pass 31 Dec 2020 74,224 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 66,858 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 63,839 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 58,803 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 53,774 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 47,296 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 40,331 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 35,132 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 29,309 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 21,725 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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BL57 VBU is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BL57 VBU, 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 BL57 VBU registered?

BL57 VBU is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 26 January 2008.

Is BL57 VBU safe to buy?

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