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BN08 APV

2008 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

65,950 mi
Last recorded65,950 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 APV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 65,950 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 61,197 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 57,925 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 54,415 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 50,361 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 46,139 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 41,493 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 36,251 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2018 36,251 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 29,482 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 24,145 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 18,380 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 13,639 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 9,199 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 4,863 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 4,863 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 3,005 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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BN08 APV is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BN08 APV, 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 BN08 APV registered?

BN08 APV is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is BN08 APV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 APV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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